Need a Greek and Latin Root Words Anchor Chart?

Vocabulary instruction is critical in any balanced literacy program. In higher grades, this transitions into intensive word study and integration of Greek and Latin roots. 

This set of 24 posters is a comprehensive resource that can be used for studying Greek and Latin roots. Each chart features the root, its origin, its meaning, and nine interesting vocabulary words using that root. For your convenience, the resource can be downloaded in the following formats:

• A4-size Google Slides document (colour and black-and-white versions included)
• A5-size Google Slides document (colour and black-and-white versions included)
• A4-size printable colour PDF
• A4-size printable black-and-white PDF
• A5-size printable colour PDF
• A5-size printable black-and-white PDF

Greek and Latin Roots List

The following Greek and Latin roots are included in the poster selection:

Using these posters, students will grow their vocabularies and increase their abilities to use word parts to gain meaning from text.

Download and Display These Latin and Greek Roots Posters

Download your preferred version of these Latin and Greek roots posters using the Download button above. Once downloaded, you can use these Latin and Greek roots posters in multiple ways with your students.

1. Print the A4 colour posters and display them in your classroom for students to reference when doing independent work.
2. Print the A5 colour posters, then slip them into a clear sleeve for use during literacy groups.
3. Print the A5 black-and-white poster for the root you are focusing on, then provide copies for students to paste into their workbooks.

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