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Applying all of the rules for the suffix "-ing"

Writing -ed and -ing suffixes

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils learn certain spelling rules associated with -ed and -ing suffixes. Pupils learn how the addition of a suffix can affect the grammar of a word, particularly in relation to a word's tense.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to spell words using the -ing suffix.

Key Notes

  • When -ing is added to the end of a word, it can show the past tense or the present tense.
  • Using the strategy "big letters" is a useful practice strategy.
  • How to spell the curriculum word: history.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • suffix: a letter or group of letters at the end of a word which creates another word
  • past tense: tells the reader the action happened before now
  • root word: the base word from which other words are formed often by adding prefixes or suffixes
  • verb: a doing or being word
  • present tense: tells the reader the action is happening now

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Pupils often miss the double letters in the middle of words that have a suffix.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

When -ing is added to the end of a word, it can show the past tense or the present tense. Using the strategy "big letters" is a useful practice strategy.

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'suffix'

a letter or group of letters at the end of a word which creates another word.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Pupils often miss the double letters in the middle of words that have a suffix. Correction: Drawing attention to the patterns of how words are spelt when suffixes are added will help them to remember the double letter.

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