This Latin roots task is a perfect way for 5th and 6th grade students to practice their morphology and etymology skills. Using a provided Latin root, students can fill in the blank template to create new words. A prefix and suffix morpheme list is available to guide students in identifying words they can make with Latin roots.
⭐⬇️ This printable, no-prep morphology activity pack includes:
10 different Latin roots
Prefix and suffix list
Word sum example
❗ Here are some ways you can use this task in your learning space:
✧ Independent work after explicit instruction
✧ Intervention work
✧ The colour version as a classroom display
✧ A homework assignment
✧ An early finisher task
Students will:
✅ Support reading skills by understanding morphology
✅ Build confidence in recognising prefixes and suffixes
✅ Explore Latin root origins etymology
✅ Practice spelling words with Latin roots
Teachers will:
✴️ Supplement explicit direct instruction
✴️ Support students to understand Latin root words
✴️ Have a black and white or colored version
✴️ Supply students with independent work