Word Analysis:
Breaking down words into parts to understand their meaning
antidisestablishmentarianism
OBJ: students build their vocabulary by using word webs to help them learn the
meanings of different Greek and Latin roots and common prefixes.
AS: students will create word webs in pairs and share out their words
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Example 1: prefix
un-
unconventional
Meaning of the prefix un-:
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Example 2: root word (greek)
magn
magnanomous
Meaning of the root word magn:
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Directions
1. Get together with one partner
2. Brainstorm words that contain the prefix, suffix or root
word in the bubble on your paper
3. Using the words you brainstormed, determine the
meaning of the prefix, root word, or suffix
4. We will share out as a group
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Wrap up: What did we learn today?
Root words:
Meaning
Example
Meaning
Example
-dem-phil-omni-prim-
Prefixes:
comdisproiminterfore-
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Remember, this is a skill.
If you come to a word you don't
know, break it down!
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