Prefix Lesson Plan. The prefix is a special group of letters because it changes the meaning of the root word and makes an entirely new word. Something fun to note is that the word prefix has a prefix itself.
The two most common prefixes. A prefix comes before a word and modifies its meaning. Record some words with the prefix re rerun retell redo repeat and rewrite on the board.
Includes an introduction guided practice and independent practice along with very detailed instructions and an answer key for your substitute teacher.
A prefix is a group of letters and not a word that can stand on its own. Think about the word happy. The most common prefixes are un and re. Students define terms view examples then put their knowledge to the test with a fun activity.