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In this episode, we will dive into the fascinating world of etymology—the study of word origins. I explore four compelling reasons to teach word roots and how they deepen vocabulary, boost reading comprehension, enhance spelling, and sharpen writing skills. I also suggest fun, simple ways to incorporate word study into daily lessons, including games, journals, and word detective work. You'll also appreciate the trusted resources linked below. 

Words have stories, and those stories help our children grow as confident communicators, so let's do this.

Write On!

📚 Links & Resources Mentioned:

Books & Workbooks:

Word Roots by The Critical Thinking Co. 👉 Available at Rainbow ResourceVocabulary from Classical Roots by Lee Mountain 👉 Available at Rainbow ResourceEnglish from the Roots Up by Joegil Lundquist 👉 Available at AmazonThe Etymologicon by Mark Forsyth 👉 Kindle version on Amazon – approx. $5

Websites/Apps:

Etymonline.com – Free etymology dictionaryMembean.com – Root-based vocabulary learning (approx. $6/month)Merriam-Webster’s Kids Dictionary – Kid-friendly definitions & word origins