This document provides an overview of word study concepts including spelling patterns related to sound, structure, and meaning. It discusses topics like short and long vowels, consonant blends and digraphs, schwa vowels, pluralization, prefixes, suffixes, and spelling strategies. Examples are given for each topic. The document examines the Ontario language curriculum and whether teachers have to deal with spelling. It outlines a developmental continuum for spelling and provides examples of grade 5 spelling expectations. Activities are suggested like critiquing spelling apps and finding online resources for sentence building.