Compound Words Starfish

Compound words are words that are made up of two or more smaller words. They are a great way to expand your child's vocabulary and help them understand the meaning of new words. 

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Here are a few fun activities and ideas for learning compound words:

Starfish Craft
Draw, color, paint and write to create an ocean of compound words with our fast-prep craftivity! 

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Read aloud books with compound words:


Reading aloud to your children is a great way to introduce them to new words, including compound words. When you come across a compound word, point it out and explain what it means. Read a book to the class and have them signal to you when they hear a compound word. Write a list as you find them and keep it as a class anchor chart.

Play compound word charades:

Write down different compound words on cards. Then, have your students take turns picking a piece of paper and acting out the compound word. The other players have to guess the word.

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Play Compound Word Games Online

There are many online games that can help children learn compound words. These games are a fun and interactive way to practice compound words.

I hope your class has fun making a sparkling ocean of compound words! You may also like