Chapter 20.2
Master Word Building with Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes
You will learn how word parts work together to create new meanings and become a confident reader.
What You'll Learn
You learn how prefixes change root word meanings completely.
You discover suffixes that add new meanings to words.
You practice breaking words apart to find their parts.
You build vocabulary by understanding how words are made.
What You'll Practice
1
You identify prefixes like un- and re- in words.
2
You find suffixes like -ful and -ing in sentences.
3
You break apart words to understand their complete meanings.
Why This Matters
You will use these word-building skills every day to understand new words and become a more confident reader and communicator.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Root Words
Prefixes
Suffixes
Word Analysis
Vocabulary
IL Curriculum Aligned
