Word Work: Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is made by joining two smaller words together to create a new word with a different meaning.

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What does the word 'mailbox' mean?

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A mailbox is a box for receiving mail.

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What does the word 'sidewalk' mean?

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A sidewalk is a place to walk on the side of the street.

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What does the word 'shoelace' mean?

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A shoelace is the lace of a shoe used to fasten it.

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What does the word 'carsick' mean?

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Carsick means feeling sick in the car.

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What does the word 'tiptoe' mean?

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Tiptoe means walking on the tip of your toe.

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Can you give an example of a compound word?

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Yes, 'sunflower' is a compound word made from 'sun' and 'flower'.

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What is the first part of the compound word 'backpack'?

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The first part is 'back'.

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What is the second part of the compound word 'backpack'?

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The second part is 'pack'.

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What does the compound word 'notebook' mean?

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A notebook is a book of blank pages for writing notes.

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