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Morphology Made Simple: Easy Ways to Teach Affixes in Speech Therapy
7 minutes Posted Dec 2, 2025 at 10:00 am.
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Did you know that just a handful of prefixes and suffixes account for most derivational words students encounter? In this episode, we break down simple, effective strategies for teaching morphology in speech therapy — so you can help students become confident “word detectives” without adding more to your plate.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How to introduce affixes using clear, student-friendly examples
  • Practical ways to teach selected prefixes and suffixes
  • A step-by-step framework for breaking down words
  • Tips for weaving morphology practice into any therapy unit

Tune in and bring a little more clarity (and confidence) to your vocabulary instruction!