Increase decoding and spelling skills, broaden vocabulary and build fluency with these Valentine Word Ladders | Word Chains! Each Word Ladder only takes minutes to complete, but engages students in decoding, phonics, spelling and vocabulary skills. Print out paper copies and/or project on the smartboard to use. Especially perfect for ESL, or ELL students. Can be done as whole class lessons, in groups, in pairs, or as individual enrichment work…the choice is yours! Everything you need to make yo