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Lion and Mouse and Affix, Oh My!:
Prefixes and Suffixes

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Lion and Mouse and Affix, Oh My!:
Prefixes and Suffixes
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  • You will learn how adding letters to the beginning or end of a word can change the meaning.
  • You will recognize common prefixes (such as “un” and “re”) and suffixes (such as “ing” and “ed”).
  • You will use affixes to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words in a text.
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Level 1

In your own words, describe what an affix is and what it does.

Level 2

Find one prefix and one suffix in this sentence: "To show Dahlia he is unselfish, Fred is sharing his toys with her."

Level 3

Tell a friend about something you did last weekend. Pay attention to the words you use, and write down any affixes you notice!

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