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Young readers learn how to get at the root of new vocabulary with this fun language arts activity. When working in pairs, children begin by matching unknown vocabulary words to their Greek or Latin roots. When all the vocabulary cards are grouped according to their root words, learners record the results on a worksheet and determine the definitions of the new words.
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Instructional Ideas
- Include this activity as a center during language arts rotations
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes children know how to use dictionaries to find the definitions of unfamiliar words
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- All supporting materials are included with the activity
- Blank cards are provided for supplementing additional Greek and Latin root words
- Resource includes ideas for other root word activities