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Vocabulary Mini Academy for Intermediate Grades: Suffix Family Sessions
In this week-long course, rising 4th and 5th grade learners will use strategies to decode and determine the meaning of unknown words in grade level text. Goals will include vocabulary acquisition, reading fluency, and gaining confidence.
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Welcome to Vocabulary Mini Academy: Suffix Family Sessions! In this dynamic class, learners will master strategies to independently decode and comprehend unfamiliar words encountered in grade-level texts. Through a blend of interactive activities, collaborative discussions, and guided reading exercises, students will delve into the world of prefixes and typical suffixes commonly found in 4th to 6th-grade level materials and assessments. Our engaging sessions unfold through multimedia...
5 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1Suffix Family: "person"Reading and understanding the meaning of words with suffixes from the "person" Suffix Family: -ee, -ian, -ist, -er, -or.Lesson 2Suffix Family: "state, quality, or act"Reading and understanding the meaning of words with suffixes from the "state, quality, or act" Suffix Family: -ance/ence, -hood, -ity/ty, -ment, -ness.Lesson 3Other Useful Suffixes Part 1Reading and understanding the meaning of words with other useful suffixes: -ant/ent, -age, -able/-ible, -al/-ial, -er, -estLesson 4Other Useful Suffixes Part 2Reading and understanding the meaning of words with other useful suffixes: -ion/tion, -ive/ative/itive, -ful, -less, -ous/eous/ious.Lesson 5Review, Expand, and Apply Strategy of Using Suffixes to Determine MeaningReview of suffixes presented with particular focus on application of strategies covered.
Learners will grow working vocabulary, acquire new strategies to comprehend reading, and increase reading fluency, thereby becoming more confident readers. This class will focus on learning Families of Prefixes and using that knowledge to apply to unknown and challenging words.
As a Reading Interventionist, I've spent the last 3 years teaching these vocabulary strategies to 3rd - 6th grade students, with great success. I've seen long lasting results in students' reading confidence and comprehension. It works!
Homework Offered
Simple homework assignments will be offered each day, to practice the skills taught and acquired during classes. Homework will not be required or assessed, although learners will have an opportunity to share their work with the group.Assessments Offered
In-class/session assessment will be ongoing to allow instructor to determine learners' progress and understanding of content. Summative assessments will be embedded in optional homework activities.Grades Offered
Learners will need a notebook and pencil to be used each day.
Hi, I’m happy to introduce myself, I’m Ms. Lemmon. I’ve spent 32 years (and counting) teaching people (little and big) how to read, how to become a better reader, and how to love to read! Enabling students to read is my absolute passion in life-...
Group Class
$100
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-6 learners per class
