-sion Spelling Practice

Year 3 Spelling Practice – Suffix -sion Help your Year 3 pupils master the tricky -sion suffix with this engaging and visually supported spelling worksheet. This resource focuses specifically on words where the ending sounds like /ʒən/ and is spelt as -sion , a key spelling rule outlined in the Year 3 National Curriculum. Pupils are given six high-frequency -sion words: television division confusion invasion decision collision They are encouraged to: Read the words Cover them Write the correct spelling under the matching picture Underline the key focus in each word The worksheet includes a simple spelling rule to support understanding: “If the ending sounds like /ʒən/, it is spelt as –sion.” This activity not only reinforces correct spelling but also helps children link phonics with word structure and suffix usage. Perfect for: Focused spelling lessons Homework or revision tasks Visual and auditory learners Whole-class, group, or one-to-one practice What’s included: One PDF worksheet featuring six -sion words and answers Picture prompts to support comprehension and engagement Clear spelling guidance linked to phonics This resource is ideal for consolidating tricky suffix spellings while helping children identify sound-spelling relationships and apply rules independently.