Summary
Daniel introduces common prefixes — un-, re-, pre-, dis-, mis-, non-, over- — explaining their meanings and how they change a root word's meaning. Uses word examples students already know. A 6-minute vocabulary-building lesson for grades 3–5.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
A prefix is a word part added to the beginning of a root word that changes its meaning.
- What does the prefix un- mean? Give two examples.
- What is the difference between re-do and pre-do? Which is a real word and why?
- How can knowing prefixes help you figure out an unfamiliar word?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: prefix, root word, meaning, un-, re-, pre-, dis-, mis-, over-.
Try it: List 6 words with prefixes. Circle the prefix and write what the word means with and without it.