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Author: DK

Reading age: from c 7 years

Published on 6 February 2025 by Dorling Kindersley Ltd (DK Children) in the United Kingdom as part of ‘the DK Super’ series.

Hardback | 176 pages
287 x 236 x 22 | 1186g

Delve into the fascinating world of morphemes, word formation and discovery with this visual reference book, designed for curious young readersDK Super Where Words Come From is the ultimate guide for learning more about morphology and the origins of words. Discover amazing facts about the building blocks of language – from prefixes and suffixes to root words and bases.

This morphology book for children offers:A guide to understanding word formation through prefixes, suffixes and root words.

A highly visual approach that makes association between words and where they originate easier to understand.

Material to help children become more confident readers, speakers and spellers through learning etymology, prefixes and suffixes.

Discover over 100 morphemes in this book and improve morphological awareness, a powerful tool in supporting the five pillars of reading. This also includes boosting vocabulary, improving spelling skills and enhancing reading comprehension.

Don’t just read words, understand them!