Prefixes and Suffixes Worksheet

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3
Standards
RF.3.3.A
RF.3.3
RF.3.3.B
L.3.4.B
RF.2.3.D
RF.2.3
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About the "Prefixes and Suffixes" Worksheet

Prefixes and Suffixes is a comprehensive language arts worksheet designed to enhance students' understanding and application of word affixes. This interactive and printable worksheet is divided into two pages, each focusing on a different aspect of word modification. The first page challenges students to complete sentences by adding the correct prefixes (re-, un-, dis-, mis-) to given words, while the second page requires students to add appropriate suffixes (-ful, -able, -er, -est) to complete words within sentences.

Through a series of contextual exercises, students are prompted to analyze sentence structures and word meanings to determine the most suitable prefix or suffix. This worksheet not only reinforces the students' grasp of common affixes but also helps them understand how these elements change word meanings and functions within sentences. By engaging with real-world examples and varied sentence structures, students develop a more nuanced understanding of language use and expand their vocabulary. The diverse range of prefixes and suffixes presented in this worksheet provides a comprehensive overview of word formation techniques, preparing students for more advanced language arts concepts.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

  • Recognition and correct usage of common prefixes and suffixes
  • Understanding how affixes modify word meanings and functions
  • Improvement in sentence comprehension and construction
  • Expansion of vocabulary through affix-based word formation

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

  • Correctly apply at least 7 out of 8 prefixes and suffixes in given sentences within 20 minutes
  • Demonstrate understanding of how affixes change word meanings by explaining 3 examples from the worksheet

Psychomotor

  • Write prefixes and suffixes legibly in the designated spaces, improving handwriting skills
  • Complete the two-page worksheet efficiently, demonstrating improved focus and stamina

Affective

  • Develop confidence in using affixes to modify words and construct sentences
  • Show enthusiasm for exploring new word formations and their meanings

Interpersonal/Social

  • Discuss and compare answers with classmates, fostering collaborative learning
  • Explain reasoning behind chosen affixes to peers or teachers, improving communication skills

Tags

prefixes, suffixes, vocabulary building, word formation, language arts, sentence structure, reading comprehension, spelling, grammar, linguistic skills

Publisher: Workybooks
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Written by:Jacqueline Juliano
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Illustrated by: Phoebe Rothfeld

Common core standards covered

L.3.4.b
Determine the meaning of the new word formed when a known affix is added to a known word (e.g., agreeable/disagreeable, comfortable/uncomfortable, care/careless, heat/preheat).
RF.2.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
RF.2.3.d
Decode words with common prefixes and suffixes.
RF.3.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
RF.3.3.a
Identify and know the meaning of the most common prefixes and derivational suffixes.
RF.3.3.b
Decode words with common Latin suffixes.

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