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Prefixes Mini-lesson (un-, re-, in-/im-/ir-/il-)
un unable
Step 1
un untie
un unnecessary
Define
re reappear
Tell students that a prefix is a group of letters
added to the beginning of a base word to make re remake
a new word. The prefix changes the word’s in inappropriate
meaning. Recognizing common prefixes can
in inaccessible
help students decode a word and figure out its
meaning. For example, the word unhappy begins im immature
with the prefix un-. The prefix un- means “not” ir irresponsible
or “the opposite of.” So, someone who is unhappy il illogical
is not happy. Point out the following prefixes:
Step 3
• un- means “not ” or “the opposite of ”
The little girl was unhappy when her
balloon popped. Build Words
e need the key to unlock the safe.
W Write the following word parts on the board:
• re- means “again” or “back/backwards” un, re, in, im, ir, il, do, make, side, legal,
That villain will likely reappear on screen mature, replace, able
later in the movie.
We had to return the movie the following Have student pairs combine the word parts to
week. build as many words as possible. These and
other words can be formed:
• in-, im-, ir-, il- mean “not” or “the opposite
of ” or “lack of ” undo, redo, unable, remake, inside, illegal,
It is inappropriate to talk in class during immature, irreplaceable
an exam.
Was it impossible to climb that mountain?
Step 4
Her decision to run for class president
was irreversible.
It is illegal to drive without a license. Apply Decoding Strategy
Have students decode the following words:
Step 2 inexpensive, immortal, illiterate, reconstructed,
unbelievable
Transition to Longer Words
Help students transition from reading one-syllable Remind them to look for open syllables.
words to multisyllabic words. Have them read
the prefix in the first column, then underline the Answer Key
prefix in the word in the second column. Guide page 2: Students should place an X over the following words:
students in reading the longer word and determin- 1. uncle, 2. realize, 3. indicate, 4. important, 5. iron, 6. illustrate,
ing its meaning using the prefix. 7. under, 8. restful, 9. inches, 10. impala, 11. Iroquois, 12. illusion;
sentences will vary but should include a prefixed word.
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Prefixes Prefix or Pretender? (un-, re-, in-/im-/ir-/il-)
1. Read each word pair.
ut an X over the word in each pair that does NOT begin with a prefix. Remember, after
2. P
the prefix is removed, a base word must remain.
1 unlikely uncle 7 under unfold
2 rebuild realize 8 restful reunite
3 indicate inexpensive 9 inches indirect
4 improper important 10
impatient impala
5 iron irregular 11
irresponsible Iroquois
6 illegal illustrate 12 illusion illogical
Write sentences using one or more of the prefixed words above.
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Prefix Speed Drill (un-, re-, in-/im-/ir-/il-)
1. Underline the prefix that begins each word.
2. Pronounce each word with your teacher.
3. Practice reading the words on your own.
4. When you are ready, have a partner time you reading the words for one minute.
Keep practicing to improve your speed.
unable reappear impossible incomplete irregular illegal unequal uncomfortable reboot immortal
indirect irresponsible illiterate uneasy reelect improper insane irresistible illogical retrace
impossible reboot illogical irregular irresponsible immortal uncomfortable reelect uneasy unequal
reappear illiterate indirect retrace incomplete irresistible illegal improper reelect uneasy
insane unable retrace uncomfortable irresistible reboot impossible unequal immortal irregular
irregular improper reappear reelect unequal irresponsible illogical indirect insane incomplete
reboot uncomfortable uneasy unable illegal indirect immortal retrace irresponsible improper
incomplete insane impossible retrace illiterate reappear illogical uneasy incomplete reboot
illiterate immortal irresistible illegal reelect illiterate unable indirect illogical impossible
unequal irresistible irregular insane uncomfortable illegal improper irresponsible unable reappear
Words per Date Partner
Minute
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Timed Reading 2 _______________ _______________ ____________________________________
Timed Reading 3 _______________ _______________ ____________________________________
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High-Frequency Syllable Fluency • Part 1
Read It
1. Underline the target syllable in each word.
2. Practice reading the words.
3. Cut apart the word cards.
4. See how fast you can sort the words by common syllable.
Syllables 31–40 ✃
pro protect professional prohibit
ac accuse acquire accidental *
ad adjust advocate adequate
ar argue architect arbitrary
ers cleaners bankers gardeners
ment treatment document complement
or order organ orientation
tions definitions traditions abbreviations
ble table flexible visible
der wonderful derby derive
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High-Frequency Syllable Fluency • Part 2
Find It
1. Look in books and stories for words with this week’s syllables.
2. Write the words you find below and underline the target syllable.
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Define It
1. Look at this week’s word cards. Choose five words that you don’t know the
meanings of or that you would like to know more about.
2. Fill in the table with each word, its definition, a synonym, and a sample sentence.
Word Meaning Synonym Sentence
Example:
order to ask for command, request On Sundays, I order scrambled eggs for breakfast at the diner.
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