Worksheets and resources to support the teaching and learning of prefixes and suffixes in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

            
     

 

Prefixes and Suffixes

A prefix is a group of letters added before a word or base to alter its meaning and form a new word. In contrast, a suffix is a group of letters added after a word or base. This page contains free worksheets, online activities and other educational resources to help with prefixes and suffixes.

Prefixes and Suffixes Word Lists (PDF)
anti- de- dis- ex- mis- -ly
pre- re- un- -ful -less  
                         

Prefixes and Suffixes Links

BBC Skillswise: Prefixes  -  Factsheets, a game, quiz and photocopiable activity from the BBC.
BBC Skillswise: Suffixes  -  Factsheets, a quiz and some photocopiable activities.

Please e-mail us with useful links or if any of the above links are broken.

       
Recommended Word Level Books

     

New Bright Ideas: Phonic Fun (Ages 5 - 11)

Author:  Jillian Harker, Gary Swift (Illustrator)

Synopsis:  A set of very simple to use activities that slot easily into your existing teaching. Chapters include 'Exploring Sounds and Patterns', 'Exploring and Using Rules', 'Practicing What I Know' and 'Games and Puzzles'.

Write a review of this book - click here!
     

Browse more Phonics and Spelling books - Click here

 Last updated:  30th September 2006

      

© First School Years - Prefixes and Suffixes