# Session 21: Suffixes
**Session Title** **Suffixes – Extending Word Power**
Objective - Understand what a suffix is and how it changes the form or meaning of a word. - Learn common suffixes such as -ing, -ed, -ly, -ful, -ness, -er, -less. - Practice identifying and using suffix words in real-life contexts. - Encourage creativity and self-expression through interactive group activities.
Topics/Concept - A suffix is a group of letters added at the end of a word to change its form or meaning. - Common Suffixes and Examples: - -ing → play → playing - -ed → jump → jumped - -ly → quick → quickly - -ful → help → helpful - -ness → happy → happiness - -er → teach → teacher - -less → hope → hopeless
Material Required - Whiteboard and markers - Flashcards with base words and suffixes - Chart showing suffix rules and examples - Printed worksheets - Props or image cards (optional for activities)
Methodology - Activity-based and experiential learning - Group-based collaboration - Language in use through speaking, writing, and acting - SEL Integration: confidence, empathy, cooperation
Session Duration 90 Minutes
### Introduction Activity (25 minutes) ##### **Concept Building** **Objective:** Introduce the concept of suffixes with simple, relatable examples. **Steps:** 1\. Start by asking: “What happens when we say play and playing? Are they the same?” 2\. Write words on the board and break them down: play + ing = playing help + ful = helpful jump + ed = jumped quick + ly = quickly 3\. Highlight that the base word stays the same but the suffix changes its meaning or function. **Interactive Element:** Give students 5 base words (e.g., run, happy, use, teach, quick). Ask them what happens if we add -ing, -ful, -ly etc. ### Main Activity (30 minutes) ##### **Suffix Skit Challenge** **Objective:** Use theater and expression to understand suffix meanings. **Instructions:** 1\. Divide students into small groups. 2\. Assign each group a suffix and give 1–2 base words. e.g., Group 1: -ing (jump, cook), Group 2: -ful (help, care), etc. 3\. Each group creates a mini skit (1–2 minutes) showing how the suffix word is used. 4\. Perform for the class. Others guess the suffix and say the new word. Example Ideas: - A student is jumping repeatedly: “She is jumping!” - Someone helps a friend pick up books: “That was helpful!” - Someone speaks politely: “He spoke kindly.” **Wrap-up Discussion:** - “What word did your group show?” - “How did the suffix change the meaning?” ### Follow up task (25 minutes) ##### **Suffix Sorting & Sentence Writing** **Objective:** To practice word formation and sentence creation using suffixes. **Part A: Suffix Sorting Game (10 minutes)** - Mix base word cards and suffix cards. - In pairs/groups, students match them to make correct words. Examples: - care + ful = careful - teach + er = teacher - run + ning = running **Part B: Sentence Writing Practice (15 minutes)** - Provide a worksheet with 6–8 newly formed words. - Students write sentences using each. Examples: - “I am running to the park.” - “She is a great teacher.” - “We were happy about the news.” → “We felt happiness.” **Peer Review:** - Let students share 1–2 sentences with a partner. - Give one compliment for their sentence. ### Review Questions/Assessment/Tasks (10 minutes) **Quick Quiz:** - “What is a suffix?” - “What word do we get if we add -ly to slow?” - “Give me a word with -less!” ### Expected Learning Outcome **Knowledge building** - Students will understand how suffixes modify base words. - Recognize common suffixes in speech and writing. **Skill Building** - Create new words using suffixes. - Use suffix words correctly in sentences. - Work collaboratively and build confidence in communication.