Hidden Word Hunters

Students identify the root word hidden within each larger vocabulary term and then write the meaning of the root. They must think about how that root contributes to the full meaning of the word, reinforcing structural analysis skills. This task encourages learners to break complex words into meaningful parts and recognize patterns across vocabulary. It also helps support decoding, spelling, and comprehension by teaching students to rely on root-word knowledge. This worksheet strengthens critical thinking and deepens awareness of how roots influence English word construction.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Analyzing Word Structure (Roots)

English Language Arts – Vocabulary Development Through Morphology

English Language Arts – Decoding Multisyllabic Words

English Language Arts – Understanding Word Meaning Components

This worksheet is part of our Root Words Worksheets collection.