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Author
Alexis
Subject
Language Roots
This resource focuses on the Latin roots 'fract' and 'frag', which both mean 'to break'. It includes several activities designed to enhance vocabulary and comprehension by matching words to their definitions, creating new words using prefixes and suffixes, and applying the learned vocabulary in real-world sentences. By exploring terms like 'fracture', 'fragment', 'fraction', 'fragile', and more, students gain a deeper understanding of how these roots relate to various concepts of breaking, whether physically, mathematically, or metaphorically.
Engagement through Movement
Scaffold Definitions Together
Visual Word Mapping
Relate to Real Life
Model Your Own Example
Peer Review for Feedback
Celebrate Creativity
Integrate Technology
Connect to Cross-Curricular Themes
Check for Understanding