Words with Prefixes Worksheet
This words with prefixes worksheet has 3rd graders take the prefix off ten words, write each base word, and match three meanings to words. An answer key is included for easy checking.
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Description
A prefix is a small word part added to the beginning of a base word, like im- in impolite or mid- in midnight. This words with prefixes worksheet helps third graders spot a prefix, take it off, and see the base word that is left. When children can pull a word apart this way, they can figure out the meaning of new words on their own.
The words with prefixes worksheet has two parts. In Part A, students read ten words that begin with the prefixes bi-, fore-, im-, in-, mid-, and out-. They take the prefix off each word and write the base word on the line. In Part B, students read three meanings and find the word from the list that matches each one. A watercolor picture of a bicycle and helmet sits at the bottom of the page.
What’s Included
- One printable prefixes worksheet page with ten prefix words
- Three word-meaning questions that use words from the list
- A full answer key page for quick checking
Why This Worksheet Helps Kids
First, separating a prefix from its base word shows students how longer words are built, which makes reading big words less scary. Second, matching meanings to words asks children to think about how a prefix like in- or im- changes a word to mean not. Third, the sheet builds vocabulary with useful everyday words like forecast, impatient, and outdoors that students will see in books.
Ideas for Teachers and Parents
Before the worksheet, write a few prefixes on the board and ask students what each one might mean. After they finish, have them sort the ten words by prefix and add one new word to each group. This 3rd grade prefixes worksheet works well for a word work center, small group practice, morning work, or homework.
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