Summary
Daniel introduces compound words — two smaller words joined to make a new word — using fun, visual examples. Covers open, closed, and hyphenated compounds. A 7-minute vocabulary lesson for grades 2–4 that pairs well with writing workshops.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
Compound words are made of two smaller words put together.
- Split these compound words: sunshine, butterfly, toothbrush.
- Can you figure out what a compound word means by looking at its two parts (e.g., airport)?
- Make up a silly new compound word and describe what it could mean.
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: compound word, closed compound, open compound, hyphenated compound.
Try it: Match words from column A (sun, rain, foot, tooth) with column B (bow, step, print, brush) to make compound words. Add two of your own.