Help young learners grasp the basics of suffixes with our "Understanding Suffixes" worksheets, specifically designed for ages 5-9. These engaging activities make learning fun and effective by guiding children through the concept of suffixes, which are letters added at the end of words to change their meaning. Perfect for developing essential literacy skills, these easy-to-understand exercises strengthen vocabulary, comprehension, and spelling. Whether at home or in the classroom, our worksheets provide an enjoyable and educational experience through age-appropriate examples and interactive tasks. Lay a solid foundation for language mastery with our expertly crafted resources.


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Reading: Words With Suffixes Worksheet
Reading: Words With Suffixes Worksheet

Reading: Words With Suffixes Worksheet

Help your students understand suffixes and build reading fluency with this worksheet. Have them read each word, then choose the ones with a suffix. Practicing this will lead to better comprehension and more confident reading. Save it for future use in language and reading classes.
Reading: Words With Suffixes Worksheet
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Suffix Ness Worksheet PDF
Suffix Ness Worksheet PDF

Suffix Ness Worksheet

Words are amazing! Add an ending and they can change part of speech. Make nouns out of adjectives with -ness. This worksheet has a fun maze to help learners increase vocabulary and language skills.
Suffix Ness Worksheet
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Prefix pre and suffix ful worksheet
Prefix pre and suffix ful worksheet

Prefix pre– and Suffix ful– Worksheet

Can't preforget something! This worksheet helps kids learn how to attach prefixes and suffixes to root words, forming new words that make sense. With this activity, they'll evaluate how the root words change when adding the prefix or suffix.
Prefix pre– and Suffix ful– Worksheet
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Suffix -Able Worksheet
Suffix -Able Worksheet

Suffix -Able Worksheet

Suffix -able means you can do something. Example: readable - means you can read it. Give kids examples then check this worksheet. Read sentences with kids, looking for words with -able at the end.
Suffix -Able Worksheet
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Prefix and suffix worksheet for grade 3
Prefix and suffix worksheet for grade 3

Prefix and Suffix Worksheet For Grade 3

Read the story about Sam and Kate and help your grade 3 child tally all the words with prefixes and suffixes. Check their work by counting the words and ticking the appropriate boxes. This entertaining worksheet will help develop their reading and counting skills! (80 words)
Prefix and Suffix Worksheet For Grade 3
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The Suffix -Ly Worksheet
The Suffix -Ly Worksheet

The Suffix -Ly Worksheet

Suffixes change the meaning of words: the -ly suffix usually describes how an action is done (e.g. slowly, quickly, loudly). Help your child understand this and then check out the fun worksheet. Ask them to identify the animals and people in the pictures, then read the sentences out loud and have them check the ones that finish the sentence.
The Suffix -Ly Worksheet
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Suffix er printable worksheet
Suffix er printable worksheet

Suffix –er Printable Worksheet

Kids learn how powerful suffixes are with this printable worksheet. Read the sentence clues and select the word it describes. Discuss how the suffix alters the original word. Amazing how two letters can transform meanings!
Suffix –er Printable Worksheet
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Suffixes ful and less worksheet
Suffixes ful and less worksheet

Suffixes Ful and Less Worksheet

Uh oh! Careful and careless might look similar, but have very different meanings. To avoid mix-ups, learn to spot and use the right suffixes. Use this suffixes ful and less worksheet to help your child master common suffixes!
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Understanding suffixes is important for young children, ages 5-9, as it establishes a strong foundation for their literacy development. Suffixes are small word endings that change the meaning or function of a base word, such as -s, -ed, and -ing. When children grasp how suffixes work, they improve their reading, spelling, and vocabulary skills significantly.

For parents and teachers, helping children learn suffixes is vital because it boosts their reading comprehension. Kids are better equipped to decode and understand complex words, making reading more enjoyable and meaningful. For example, if a child knows the suffix -ed indicates past tense, they can infer that "jumped" happened in the past, enhancing their grasp of stories or information.

Moreover, knowledge of suffixes aids in spelling accuracy. Kids are more likely to spell words correctly when they understand commonly used suffixes. This contributes to their confidence in writing and reduces frustration.

Finally, suffix awareness expands a child's vocabulary. When children learn how suffixes change meanings, they can derive new words from familiar ones. This not only enriches their language but also fosters their cognitive development, preparing them for more advanced literacy challenges in later grades. Consequently, understanding suffixes is a crucial stepping stone towards comprehensive language proficiency for young learners.