Word Power - Activities for Years 5 and 6 (Electronic book text)

First Published in 2005. These engaging activities focus upon the word level strand of the literacy strategy, in particular the vocabulary extension element. These lively games, puzzles and activities will help children to: uncover the history behind words like king, potato and Thursday; be creative and use alliteration to write their own terrific tongue twisters; and find out what the words Mum, Dad, and pup have in common. Written for primary teachers in all primary schools.