ACELA1526
Understand how to use knowledge of known words, word origins including some Latin and Greek roots, base words, prefixes, suffixes, letter patterns and spelling generalisations to spell new words including technical words
Elaborations
- using a dictionary to explore and use knowledge of word origins, including some Greek roots, to spell words. For example, the Greek roots: 'ath' meaning 'contest' or 'outstanding skill', 'pent' meaning the number five, and 'dec' meaning the number ten, inform the spelling and meaning of the words 'athlete', 'decathlon' and 'pentathlon' (Skills: Literacy)
- applying accumulated knowledge of a wide range of letter patterns and spelling generalisations to spell new words, for example 'vacuum', 'yacht', 'ratio' and 'synthesis' (Skills: Literacy)
- expanding knowledge of prefixes and suffixes and exploring meaning relationships between words for example 'disappearance', 'submarine', 'subterranean', 'poisonous' and 'nervous' (Skills: Literacy)
- applying accumulated knowledge of a wide range of letter patterns and spelling generalisations to spell new words, for example knowing how and why these words are spelt as follows: 'reliability', 'handkerchief' 'receive', 'lollies', 'trolleys', 'climbing', 'designed' and 'emergency' (Skills: Literacy)
- spelling technical words by applying morphemic knowledge, for example 'metaphorical', 'biology' and 'biodegradable' (Skills: Literacy)
- learning about words from other languages, for example 'umbrella' comes from the Italian word ombrello, and the word for 'yabby' is derived from the Aboriginal word 'yabij' (Skills: Literacy)
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Prefix Vocabulary Game - Four in a Row
Practise matching words to their common prefixes with an exciting Four in a Row Vocabulary Game.
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Words with Suffixes - Word Building Activity
Build words by matching the root word to suffixes and recording the new words on the answer sheet.
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Building Words with Prefixes Sorting Activity
Build words by matching the root word to prefixes and recording the new terms on the answer sheet.
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Parts of a Dictionary Poster Set
Display this poster set in the classroom when learning dictionary skills and the parts of a dictionary.
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Dictionary Mystery Scoot Game
Practise dictionary skills with your students with this active game.
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Greek/Latin Roots Posters
Encourage vocabulary development with a set of 23 Greek and Latin roots posters.
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Pre- Prefixes Worksheet
Boost students' understanding of the prefix pre- with a printable prefix worksheet.
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Using a Dictionary Poster and Bookmark
Learn about the parts of a dictionary with this poster and bookmark combo.
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Common Prefixes - Domino Game
Identify new words that include common prefixes with 28 prefixes and root word dominoes.
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Greek and Latin Root Words - Illustrated Word Wall
Use word wall displays to build student vocabulary with daily exposure to Greek and Latin root words.
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Using Clues to Determine Meaning Worksheet
Practise defining unfamiliar words by looking for context clues within a sentence.
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Dictionary Skills Task Cards - Set 1
Practise dictionary skills with this set of task cards.
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-Ty and -Ity Suffixes Worksheet
Practise using the suffixes -ty and -ity with a printable suffix worksheet.
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-Ment Suffixes Worksheet
Improve students' understanding of the suffix -ment with a printable suffix worksheet.
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Suffix Mini Anchor Charts
Give your students a visual reminder of the meanings of 28 affixes with a printable set of miniature suffix anchor charts.
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Suffix Saga - Vocabulary Game
Practise building and using words with common suffixes with a fun vocabulary game!
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Dictionary Skills Task Cards - Set 2
Practise dictionary skills with this set of task cards.
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Dictionary Definitions Match Up Game
A set of 20 word cards for students to match to their definition.
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Affix Word Tree - Poster & Worksheet
Encourage vocabulary development with printable affix word tree anchor chart and worksheet
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Suffix Dominoes - Vocabulary Game
Identify new words that include common suffixes with a fun suffixes vocabulary game.
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Printable Vocabulary Games - Playing with Prefixes
Practise building and using words with common prefixes with a fun prefix vocabulary game.
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Dictionary Skills Worksheet Pack
Consolidate your students’ knowledge of dictionary skills with this complete worksheet pack!
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Splat! Active Game
An active game that allows students to test and build their vocabulary knowledge.
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Last One Standing Active Game
An active game that allows students to build their vocabulary knowledge.
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Greek and Latin Roots- Vocabulary Notebook
Enhance vocabulary containing Greek and Latin roots with a Google Slides Interactive vocabulary notebook. Also available in print format.
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Dictionary Skills Bookmarks
Learn how to use a dictionary and use these dictionary skills bookmarks to help!
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Greek and Latin Roots Poster Pack
Encourage vocabulary development with a set of 24 Greek and Latin Roots posters.
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Parts of a Dictionary Entry PowerPoint
Learn about the different parts of a dictionary with this Teaching PowerPoint.
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Parts of a Dictionary Entry Flipbook
Learn and practise dictionary skills with this Parts of a Dictionary Entry Flipbook.
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Dictionary Sorting Game
Get students in the habit of researching with our dictionary activity that helps learners match a word to its definition and part of speech.
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Greek and Latin Roots – Card Kaboom!
Explore Greek and Latin word origins with this hand-on card game.
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Hopping Through Hoops Active Game
An active game that allows students to review vocabulary words for any content area.