The Suffix '-ation' - Worksheet

The Suffix '-ation' Worksheet is an educational resource designed to help students understand and practice the application of the suffix '-ation' to various root words. The worksheet provides a list of words and prompts students to add the suffix '-ation', while also remembering specific spelling rules that were previously learned. These rules are crucial as they dictate the changes needed to correctly form the new word. For instance, root words ending in 'y' require the 'y' to be changed to 'ic' before adding '-ation', such as 'multiply' becoming 'multiplication'. Words ending in 're', 've', or 'se' need the final 'e' removed before the suffix is added, turning 'adore' into 'adoration'. Lastly, for words ending in 'ate', this suffix is replaced entirely with '-ation', as seen in 'educate' changing to 'education'.

Further to transforming words with the suffix, the worksheet also asks students to identify the spelling rule applied by marking each word with a corresponding letter (A, B, C, or D) that denotes the rule used. This encourages students to actively think about the structure of words and the impact of suffixes on spelling. Additionally, the worksheet challenges students to craft sentences using at least five of the newly formed nouns, reinforcing their understanding of the words in a practical context. This interactive approach to learning suffixes aims to enhance vocabulary and spelling skills through a combination of rule application and creative writing exercises.