Morphology is one of the most powerful, yet often overlooked, components of your literacy block. In this episode, I break down the basics of morphology and explain why it’s essential for structured literacy to help students read, spell, and understand words more effectively. If you’ve ever wondered why students struggle with multisyllabic words, spelling patterns, or vocabulary — morphology might just be the missing piece!

Key Takeaways:

• What is Morphology?
• Different Types of Morphemes
• How Morphology Supports Reading & Spelling
• Why Morphology Matters in Structured Literacy

Resources Mentioned:

• The Colorful Literacy Toolkit Membership 
• Sue Hegland’s Book: Beneath the Surface of Words: What English Spelling Reveals and Why It Matters By Sue Hegland

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Other Helpful Resources:

• FREE Word Matrix & Word Sums Template
• Latin Word Matrices Bundle
• MEGA Morphology Growing Bundle
• FREE Guide: Phonics & Morphology Terms Every Teacher Needs to Know

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