Adding Endings to Words
A 2-page packet for 1st graders that teaches how to add the suffixes -s, -es, -ed, and -ing to base words. Includes an anchor chart with images and practice exercises.
“create a students anchor chart with images for adding -s, -es, -ed, -ing to a word”
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a whole-group mini-lesson or small-group activity.
- Discussion question: Why do we sometimes need to change the spelling of a word before adding an ending?
- For struggling readers, provide a word bank of base words to use for practice.
- Advanced learners can be challenged to write sentences using the words they create.
- Estimated time: 30-45 minutes.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a whole-group mini-lesson or small-group activity.
- Discussion question: Why do we sometimes need to change the spelling of a word before adding an ending?
- For struggling readers, provide a word bank of base words to use for practice.
- Advanced learners can be challenged to write sentences using the words they create.
- Estimated time: 30-45 minutes.
Adding Endings to Words
A 2-page packet for 1st graders that teaches how to add the suffixes -s, -es, -ed, and -ing to base words. Includes an anchor chart with images and practice exercises.
What is Diffit?
Teachers use Diffit to get quality materials for their unique classrooms. Adjust difficulty, add scaffolds, or change the topic to get started.
Try Diffit for free