ELA21.4.3

English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 4

ELA21.4.3

Apply knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes to decode unfamiliar multisyllabic words.

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Knowledge

Students know:
  • Prefixes are word parts that can be added to the beginning of a word.
  • Suffixes are word parts that can be added at the end of a word.
  • The root word is the base word in which a prefix or suffix can be added.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • Decode (read) multisyllabic words using their knowledge of root words, prefixes and suffixes.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • Their knowledge of the different word parts (prefixes, suffixes, and roots) can help them read most multisyllabic words if they divide them apart into smaller units.

    Vocabulary

    • Roots
    • Suffixes
    • Prefixes
    • Decode
    • Multisyllabic words

    Aligned Learning Resources

    Compound Words for Kids
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