Mastering Compound Words Together
Grade 4 English Language Arts Learning to combine words for new meanings
What Are Compound Words?
I can identify and explain what compound words are Two smaller words join together They create one new word with a new meaning Examples: sun + flower = sunflower
Word Building Challenge
I can recognize how two smaller words combine Success Criteria: Point out smaller words in compounds Materials: Word cards and pictures Let's break apart compound words together!
Compound Word Examples
{"left":"Bedroom = bed + room\nToothbrush = tooth + brush\nBasketball = basket + ball","right":"Raincoat = rain + coat\nPlayground = play + ground\nHomework = home + work"}
Can You Find the Parts?
Look at: BUTTERFLY What two words do you see? I can work with others to separate compound words Share your thinking with a partner!
Guided Practice - We Do Together
I can collaboratively break down compound words Success Criteria: Work together and explain meanings Partner activity with compound word cards Share findings with the class
Independent Practice - You Do
I can correctly spell compound words independently I can use compound words in my writing Complete worksheet and spelling quiz Write original sentences with compound words
Success Criteria Check
I can point out smaller words in compound words I can explain what compound words mean I can spell compound words correctly I can use compound words in my writing
Compound Word Masters!
Today we learned to identify compound words We practiced breaking words into parts We spelled and used compound words correctly Extension: Create a Compound Word Booklet at home!