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Which subject	English
What age group	Year or Grade 9
What topic	Root word practice astr, morph and scop.
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Lesson Introduction: Exploring Root Words

Hook: The Cosmic Connection

Imagine you are an astronaut floating in the vastness of space. As you drift among the stars, you notice the incredible diversity of planets and the mysteries they hold. Did you know that words, much like these celestial bodies, have roots that connect them to a greater universe of meaning? Today, we will embark on a journey to uncover the meanings behind three powerful root words: astr, morph, and scop.

Objective

By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:

• Identify and define the root words astr, morph, and scop.
• Create new words using these roots.
• Understand how these roots enhance your vocabulary and comprehension in English.

Interactive Activity: Word Gallery

To kick off our exploration, we will create a Word Gallery. I want you to visualize an art exhibit where each of you will create a "word masterpiece" that includes one of the root words we've discussed.

1. Choose a Root:

   • Astra: Related to stars (astronomy, asteroid)
   • Morph: Related to shape or form (metamorphosis, morphology)
   • Scop: Related to viewing or observing (telescope, microscope)

2. Create Your Masterpiece:

   • Write down the chosen root word.
   • Come up with at least three words that use this root and create a colorful poster that visually represents those words. Include definitions and illustrations if you like!

3. Gallery Walk:

   • Once you finish, we will display our creations around the classroom and take a gallery walk to learn from each other's creativity.

Today, we will not just practice vocabulary; we will explore the cosmos of language together! Are you ready to launch into this exciting adventure? Let's prepare for liftoff!