Spelling words with the suffixes -ant and -ance
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can spell words with the suffixes -ant and -ance for the sounds 'unt' and 'unce'.
Key learning points
- The suffixes -ant and -ance are used if there is a related word with the 'a' or 'ay' sound in the right position.
- Changing the -ant suffix to -ance can change the word from an adjective to an abstract noun.
- The suffix -ant sometimes becomes -ancy, e.g. pregnant-pregnancy.
- Examples of words that do not follow the above guidance and just need to be learned: assistant-assistance.
- How to spell the curriculum words: nuisance, sincere and guarantee.
Keywords
Suffix - a letter or group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning
Root word - the base word from which other words are formed often by adding prefixes or suffixes
Abstract noun - a type of noun that names an idea or quality that cannot be seen
Adjective - describes a noun
Noun - a naming word for a person, place or thing
Common misconception
Pupils may easily confuse the vowels in -ant and -ent spellings.
Say the word clearly how it is spelt in order to emphasise the vowel spellings.
Teacher tip
Use word cards with -ant and -ation words on them and encourage pupils to match related words. Ask pupils to say the words out loud within a sentence, to help reinforce pronunciation and meaning.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the definition of 'suffix'?
Q2.Match the word to the definition.
self-reliant, not controlled by others
unchanging
someone who helps or supports another person in their work or tasks
Q3.Select the words with a 'soft c' in them.
Q4.Select the words with a 'soft g' in them.
Q5.Select the words containing the 'ay' sound.
Q6.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence: 'My nieghbor is incredibly kind and friendly.'
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Select the correct spelling.
Q2.Select the correct spelling.
Q3.Select the correct spelling.
Q4.Choose the correct spelling.
Q5.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence: 'The asisstent had organised the files efficiently.'
Q6.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence: 'Please show tolurence and respect in our school.'
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