English First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 2

Phonics is the relationship between sounds and their spellings. In this lesson, we will explore how different sounds can be combined to form words. We will focus on identifying phonemes, which are the smallest units of sound in a word. For example, the word 'cat' has three phonemes: /k/, /æ/, and /t/. Understanding these sounds will help us in reading and spelling.

Let's take the root word 'play'. By adding different prefixes and suffixes, we can create new words. For instance, adding 're-' gives us 'replay', and adding '-ful' gives us 'playful'. We can see how changing the beginning or end of a word can change its meaning. This is a key skill in word building that we will practice today.

Now, let's work together to construct sentences. I will give you a list of words: 'dog', 'run', 'quickly', and 'the'. Your task is to create a complete sentence using these words. Remember to use correct punctuation. For example, you might say, 'The dog runs quickly.' After you create your sentence, we will share them with the class.

For your independent practice, I want you to choose five root words from your vocabulary list. For each root word, create at least two new words by adding prefixes or suffixes. Then, write a sentence for each new word you create. Make sure to check your sentences for correct punctuation and spacing before submitting your work.

• A type of punctuation
• The smallest unit of sound in a word
• A synonym for a word
• A type of sentence

Answer: The smallest unit of sound in a word

A phoneme is indeed the smallest unit of sound that can distinguish one word from another.

• playful
• unhappy
• happiness
• played

Answer: unhappy

The prefix 'un-' is added to the root word 'happy' to create 'unhappy', changing its meaning.

Answer: helpful

By adding the suffix '-ful' to 'help', we create the new word 'helpful'.

• The dog runs quickly
• The dog runs quickly.
• The dog runs quickly!
• The dog runs quickly?

Answer: The dog runs quickly.

The correct punctuation for a statement is a period at the end.

Answer: agree

The root word 'agree' is modified by the prefix 'dis-' to create 'disagree'.

• happy
• happiness
• unhappy
• play

Answer: happiness

'Happiness' contains the suffix '-ness' added to the root word 'happy'.

• .
• !
• ?
• ,

Answer: ?

A question is always ended with a question mark.

Answer: The children were joyful at the party.

This sentence correctly uses 'joyful' and is punctuated properly.