Grab your root word do si do! Swing it to the front, Swing it to the back! YEEHAW! Giving our root words a new direction is what we have been doing in class. Root words are smallest meaningful 'main' word inside of a larger word. For example, in the word biggest the root word is 'big". "est" would be the suffix meaning 'the most'.
Prefixes go before a root word and change the meaning. Suffixes go after the root word and change the meaning. The key is knowing that these small chunks of words change the root word. Excellent readers need to be able to quickly spot the root word to help them decide what the word means. Readers will see many of these common prefixes and suffixes throughout their life so it is very important to learn them at an early age. Knowing how to break about a 'scary' large word and finding meaning in it, is a key in successful reading. Enjoy the below games and activities!
Prefix quiz
Prefix practicing
Suffix practicing
Monday, January 24, 2011
Friday, January 14, 2011
FCAT Night
Thank you for all who could attend the FCAT informational night. We hope the presentation answered questions and concerns you have about the FCAT. If you did not attend, your child will be bringing home a packet about the information that was discussed.
Also, here is the Florida Dept. of Edu. website. On it you will find FAQ's that most parents have. Please read through as you may have very similar questions. It also explains the difference in the test from last year.
Remember, encouragement and support and key to helping your child. They have been exposed to the content and have practiced the skills all year. Keep reviewing old tests and visit the websites in your packet for extra practice. If you have any further questions feel free to email myself or Mrs. Tsengas.
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