Twenty-four word families are covered in this resource featuring both 3 and 4 letter word families for each of the 5 vowels. For each family three parallel activities are included. First a simple printing exercise followed by the use of words in context to draw out meanings. Picture matching is used to enhance the connections. The third activity focuses on deeper understanding and use of the words in context spelling and grammar skills. Games like picture bingo riddles and silly poems and stories make this a resource that is both practical as well as enjoyable for students. Includes a teacher guide this suggestions for extension activities. 80 pages.