Adding Prefixes 'im' and 'ir' Presentation

The educational resource "Adding Prefixes 'im' and 'ir' Presentation" is a comprehensive guide for Year 3 and 4 students to master the use of negative prefixes 'im' and 'ir'. The learning objective (LO) is to understand how to apply these prefixes to alter the meaning of base words. The presentation is equipped with teacher instructions, spelling lists, and rules for prefix usage, ensuring that the spelling of the base word remains unchanged when a prefix is added. It also provides clarification on when to use 'im' instead of 'in' (before the letters 'b', 'm', or 'p'), and 'ir' before base words starting with 'r'. Activities are included for whole class participation, with options for whiteboard work, and independent or paired exercises to encourage practical application of the rules.

Students are encouraged to engage in various challenges that include adding the correct prefix to base words, writing sentences, and even constructing paragraphs using the words from the spelling list. The presentation stresses the importance of consulting a dictionary to check word meanings, thus fostering a deeper understanding of the vocabulary. Additionally, an Anagram Challenge is presented where students must unscramble letters to find words that fit within the spelling list, with answers provided to facilitate self-correction. This structured approach not only reinforces spelling skills but also enhances vocabulary and comprehension through creative and engaging tasks.