Billionaire Boy - Lesson 2 - Making Up Words Worksheet

The 'Making Up Words Worksheet' is a creative English teaching resource, which encourages children to delve into the playful aspect of language, inspired by the inventive writing style of David Walliams in 'Billionaire Boy'. In Chapter 2 of the book, Walliams introduces the term 'bumjumping' to describe the action of Joe bouncing along the sofa to embrace his father. This worksheet tasks students with the challenge of coining new words of their own. They are prompted to think about actions or concepts in their daily lives that currently lack a specific term and to invent appropriate words to fill those gaps. The activity not only fosters linguistic creativity but also expands the students' understanding of how language evolves and the fun that can be had in its evolution.

The worksheet provides a space for students to write down their newly created words along with their definitions. This exercise is not only enjoyable but also educational, as it helps students to explore the nuances of language and the process of word formation. It is a fantastic way to engage children in thinking about the ways in which we communicate and how new vocabulary can emerge from our everyday experiences. By inventing their own words, students exercise their imagination and deepen their appreciation for the flexibility and richness of the English language.