Short and Long Vowels Word Ladders

Are you looking for an engaging way to review short and long vowel sounds with your students?

This easy-to-use Short and Long Vowel Word Ladder Activity is perfect for teachers and tutors who need a no-prep, print-and-go resource!

These word ladders help reinforce phonics skills by guiding students to change one letter at a time to build new words—all while staying focused on vowel patterns. Great for small groups, independent work, or quick review sessions!

What’s Included:

✔️ Printable word ladder worksheets

✔️ Answer key for quick and easy checking

✔️ Practice with both short and long vowel words

Whether you’re reviewing with your whole class or supporting a student one-on-one, this resource makes phonics practice simple, effective, and fun!