Connect Four Games

Ok - I am happy to report that I survived the slumber party we hosted last night with seven 2nd grade girls.  It was my daughter's birthday party. And...if I make it through the party (for my son's birthday) with twelve 5 year olds this afternoon... I should receive a special award, right?

I decided to squeeze in a few minutes of peace and quiet (ha!), so I thought I'd share these Connect Four game boards that I use with my students.  Early in the year, I use different versions to help reinforce short vowel word families.  At this time of the year, I use different game boards to reinforce long vowel word families.  I often leave them out for kids to play when they finish their work.  I'm including the directions and three different game boards.

Connect Four Game

Connect Four a_e

Connect Four i_e

Connect Four o_e

Please feel free to leave feedback.  Hopefully the links will work for you. I've been having a bit of trouble posting my documents.  Now... off to the next big event.  Wish me luck!