Compound word workshop
Join two small words and read the longer word they make.
For parents and teachers
Playing Compound word workshop
Match each pair of small words to the compound word. Read both parts, then blend the whole word. Find six pairs without a timer.
What this game practises
Compound words offer a manageable way to read words with more than one syllable. Start by recognising the familiar parts, then read the complete word naturally. This game uses a selected set of closed compounds; many other word combinations are written separately. Afterwards, find compound words in a familiar book and discuss their meanings.
Progress and trying again
The normal game controls let children finish, save stars on this device and play again. A previous best result is kept when a later attempt scores less. Matching games count incorrect pairs; ordering games score the first check of each round; sorting games give another chance after a mistake. Take time to talk about a choice rather than racing.
Return to the learning collection for curriculum guidance, examples and activities to try away from the screen.