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Prefixes and Suffixes Word Decoding Game

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RF.2.3.D
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What is the base word in 'unhappy'?

unhappyunhappy

Which word has the prefix 're-'?

playinghelpfulrewritejumping

What suffix is added to 'care' to make 'careful'?

-ing-ed-ly-ful

In the word 'dislike', what does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

notagainbeforeafter

Which word has the suffix '-ing'?

helpfulrunningredounfair

What is the prefix in 'preview'?

previewpre-viewvie

Which word has both a prefix and suffix?

happyrunningunhelpfulredo

What does adding '-ly' to 'quick' do to the word?

Makes it past tenseMakes it an adverbMakes it pluralMakes it negative

In 'retell', what does 're-' mean?

notbeforeagainafter

Which word uses the suffix '-ed'?

helpfuljumpedrunningredo

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ABOUT PREFIXES AND SUFFIXES WORD DECODING GAME

This engaging digital activity helps second-grade students master the essential skill of decoding words with common prefixes and suffixes. Through interactive multiple-choice questions, students practice identifying and understanding how prefixes and suffixes change word meanings. This gamified learning experience makes prefix and suffix practice fun while aligning with Common Core Standard RF.2.3.d.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

After completing this differentiated learning activity, students will be able to:

  • Recognize common prefixes like un-, re-, pre-, and dis-
  • Identify common suffixes such as -ed, -ing, -ly, and -ful
  • Decode unfamiliar words by breaking them into base words and affixes
  • Understand how prefixes and suffixes change word meanings

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prefixes, suffixes, word parts, base words, root words, affixes, word decoding, phonics, vocabulary, reading foundations, literacy games, reading games, language arts

Common Core Standards Covered

L.2.4.b
Determine the meaning of the new word formed when a known prefix is added to a known word (e.g., happy/unhappy, tell/retell).
RF.2.3
Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
RF.2.3.d
Decode words with common prefixes and suffixes.

Grade Levels:

Grade 2

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