An introduction to etymology for KS3 and KS4. Help to close the word gap by arming students with some basic history of the English Language and some key root words, prefixes and suffixes. This is one of my most used resources over the last 5 years, and I have had some fantastic feedback from pupils for it! Many will proudly tell me when they’ve spotted root words “in the wild” after this lesson, and it is surprising how engaged they can be to discover this new skill in understanding new words and new texts! It’s like a code being cracked: A great feeling! A good way to start the term with Year 7 all the way to Year 11!

A comprehensive bundle for teaching etymology to KS3, KS4 and KS5. The pack contains: Etymology introduction lesson: Prefixes, Root words suffixes Etymology history and essential root word lists Homework for initial discovery Worksheet for practising skills Worksheet for expanding vocabulary and understanding word meaning Comprehensive teacher list of root words, suffixes and prefixes The intention with this pack is to dip in and out: For starters within English lessons, for tutor time, or whole school literacy. Most individual activities will take around 30 minutes, but the whole pack is many hours of work and revision. I would love to hear what you think of these resources! I have had some excellent lessons from these and continue to love the reaction of students when it “clicks” and the English Language and new complicated words suddenly seem so much less daunting!

An easy flow diagram to help students identify word class easily. For KS3 and KS4. Especially useful for students who have had trouble grasping the concept of word classes; Encourages students to ask their own questions, using context clues, to identify word classes on their own.