Compound words are double the fun! A compound word is simply a word that is formed from two or more other words, so examining the parts can support determining the overall meaning of the compound word. This is a crucial skill for young readers that’s also fun & easy to practice! 

What You’ll Need:

• This printable 
• Scissors
• Glue or tape 
• Markers or crayons

Set-Up Time: Under 5 min 

Activity Time:  15-20 min 

Mess Level: Low

Play Tips: 

• Try finding objects that are compound words in your house, like toothbrush, lightbulb, staircase, and more! For each one, break apart the word and see what words you get.
• Go deeper! Keep exploring compound words in HOMER Learn & Grow with our literacy games: Sumville Studios, Tap & Read, and Word Domino! 

Skill Spotlight:

• Compound words
• Logic
• Vocabulary

Once your kiddo starts noticing compound words, they’ll see them everywhere in everyday life: you could say it’s nonstop fun!