Making Compound Words: Verbs + Nouns
Year 2 English Lesson 40 minutes Learning to combine words
What We'll Learn Today
Recognise nouns and verbs Understand compound words Create verb + noun combinations Use compound words in sentences
National Curriculum Links
Year 2 English Writing Vocabulary and Grammar Word formation skills Spelling development
Quick Word Sort Game
Look at the flashcards Shout 'NOUN' or 'VERB' Remember: nouns are naming words Verbs are doing words
What Are Compound Words?
Two words joined together Make one new word The meaning can change Examples: sun + flower = sunflower
Verb + Noun Examples
{"left":"fly + paper = flypaper\nwash + cloth = washcloth\ncook + book = cookbook","right":"play + ground = playground\nrain + coat = raincoat\nfire + place = fireplace"}
Group Challenge: Make Compound Words
Work in groups of 5 Use magnetic word cards Create verb + noun compounds Write your words on whiteboards
Think About This...
Can you make a compound word with 'run' and 'way'? What about 'snow' and 'ball'? Does the order matter?
Writing Practice Time
Choose 3 compound words you made Write one sentence for each Use describing words too Example: 'The red fireplace keeps us warm.'
Success Criteria Check
✓ I can identify nouns and verbs ✓ I can explain compound words ✓ I can combine verb + noun ✓ I can use compounds in sentences
Show and Tell
Share your best sentences Listen to your classmates Give thumbs up for good work Celebrate our new compound words!
Well Done, Word Makers!
'Words have power. When you combine them cleverly, you create magic!' - Your English Teacher