Adding the suffix -ary
I can spell words using the suffix -ary.
Adding the suffix -ary
I can spell words using the suffix -ary.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The suffix -ary often turns words into nouns or adjectives.
- Some words end in -ary with no clear root word.
- Thinking about word families can help with understanding meanings and spelling.
- When the root word ends in 'e', remove the 'e' and add the suffix -ary.
- How to spell the curriculum words: believe, complete and guide.
Common misconception
Children may not understand the difference on where you can and cannot find a root word.
Show examples of where an obvious root word can support spelling. Words without an obvious root word need to be practised.
Keywords
Noun - a naming word for a person, place or thing
Adjective - describes a noun
Root word - the base word from which other words are formed often by adding prefixes or suffixes
Suffix - a letter or group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning
Word family - a group of words common in feature, pattern or meaning.
Licence
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
verb
adjective
noun
adverb
-ify
-ise
-ness
-ic
Exit quiz
6 Questions
Just add -ary.
Remove the 'e', then add -ary.