Make suffix learning sweet and memorable with our hands-on Suffix Sundaes Worksheets! This engaging literacy activity helps students explore how suffixes change the meaning or function of base words through interactive word sorting and writing tasks.

Each worksheet focuses on three common suffixes, such as -ing, -ed, or -s, and challenges students to sort, paste, and generate words accordingly. By identifying patterns in word endings, students build morphological awareness and strengthen their understanding of how suffixes influence grammar and word usage.

Perfect for literacy rotations, small group instruction, or independent practice, Suffix Sundaes brings word work to life in a playful and effective way. The cut-and-paste element keeps learners engaged while the open-ended writing space allows for creative word exploration and vocabulary expansion.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Recognise and sort words based on common suffixes
• ✅ Understand how suffixes affect word meaning or function
• ✅ Apply suffix rules to generate and write new words
• ✅ Build vocabulary through word analysis and creation
• ✅ Develop fine motor and writing skills through cut-and-paste tasks

What’s Included:

• Multiple worksheets featuring three suffixes per page
• Cut-out word cards for each suffix category
• Sundae bowl sorting templates with writing lines for student-generated words
• Clear layout and instructions to support independent use

Materials Needed:

• Printed worksheets (one per student)
• Scissors for cutting out word cards
• Glue sticks for pasting into correct categories
• Pencils or pens for writing suffix words
• Optional: coloured pencils or highlighters for suffix highlighting

How to Use:

1. Begin by reviewing the meaning of the three suffixes featured on the worksheet.
2. Students cut out the word cards provided at the bottom of the page.
3. They sort each word into the correct sundae bowl based on its suffix and glue it in place.
4. Students then write a new word using the same suffix on the line above each sundae bowl.
5. Encourage students to say each word aloud and use it in a sentence to reinforce understanding.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use during word work sessions in literacy rotations
• 💡 Incorporate into small group instruction focused on grammar or morphology
• 💡 Assign as a follow-up task after a whole-class suffix mini-lesson
• 💡 Combine with classroom suffix posters or anchor charts for reference
• 💡 Use as a formative assessment to monitor understanding of suffix patterns

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Use colour-coding to help students visually group different suffixes
• 💛 Laminate the word cards and bowls for reuse in word work centres
• 💛 Encourage students to keep a suffix journal for tracking new words
• 💛 Support struggling learners with pre-cut word cards or scaffolded examples

Suffix Sundaes Worksheets offer a creative and purposeful way to explore suffixes, helping students build vocabulary, grammar knowledge, and word confidence - all while having a little fun!

Available in our basic fun font and all Australian state fonts.