English Language Arts9-12+
Medical Terminology Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes
By Stacie S.
This 3-page packet introduces 9th graders to common medical terminology roots, prefixes, and suffixes. It includes guided notes and a graphic organizer to help students build their understanding and retention of these essential building blocks for medical language.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- This packet works well as a 30-45 minute introduction or review of medical terminology.
- Discussion question: Can you think of any other medical terms that use these roots, prefixes, or suffixes?
- For struggling learners, encourage them to focus on identifying just one part of a word at a time (root, prefix, or suffix).
- Advanced learners can be challenged to create their own medical terms using the provided components and define them.
English Language Arts9-12+
Medical Terminology Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes
By Stacie S.
This 3-page packet introduces 9th graders to common medical terminology roots, prefixes, and suffixes. It includes guided notes and a graphic organizer to help students build their understanding and retention of these essential building blocks for medical language.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- This packet works well as a 30-45 minute introduction or review of medical terminology.
- Discussion question: Can you think of any other medical terms that use these roots, prefixes, or suffixes?
- For struggling learners, encourage them to focus on identifying just one part of a word at a time (root, prefix, or suffix).
- Advanced learners can be challenged to create their own medical terms using the provided components and define them.