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Hey there! Ready to learn about suffixes? Suffixes are a great way to add meaning to words, and today we’re going to focus on two of the most common: -er and -est. Let’s dive in!
-er is used to indicate comparison between two things. For example, if you wanted to compare the size of two dogs, you could say “the bigger dog.” The “-er” suffix is added onto the adjective “big” in this sentence.
-est is used for superlatives, which means it’s used when comparing three or more things. For example, if you wanted to compare the size of three dogs, you could say “the biggest dog.” The “-est” suffix is added onto the adjective “big” in this sentence.
So there you have it - now that you know how these suffixes work, why not give them a try? Go ahead and see what kind of sentences you can come up with!
How Do You Teach Suffixes Er And Est? [Solved]
Ok, let’s get the kids to figure out who’s taller and shorter. I’ll write ’taller’ and ‘shorter’ on the board, with a circle around the -er in both words. Then, for those who are shortest, I’ll add ’tallest’ and ‘shortest’, with a circle around the -est. Easy peasy!
Teaching suffixes like “-er” and “-est” can be a great way to help kids learn about grammar. It’s easy to do, too! Just have them take a word they already know, like “big,” and add the suffixes. They’ll end up with “bigger” and “biggest.” You can also have them practice using other words they know, like “happy,” which becomes “happier” and “happiest.” It’s fun for kids - plus, it’ll give ’em a leg up when it comes to spelling tests!
