Name: _______________________

Word Work Contract: Week 26

This week we are focusing on the suffix es. A suffix is a word part that comes at the end of a
root/base word. es is a suffix that means more than one (plural), with words that end in x, -s,
-o, ch or -sh.

Words:
Boxes
Buses
Tomatoes
Scratches
Wishes
Bushes
Foxes
Couches
Dishes
Mangoes

Definitions
More than one container that is shaped like a cube.
More than one yellow vehicle that transports students to schools.
More than one red fruit that is often mistaken as a vegetable.
More than one injury that doesnt break the skin.
More than one thing to hope for in the future.
More than one large, leafy plant.
More than one mammal that comes out at night. Not many people know
what they say.. rachachachachachacha
More than one large piece of furniture used for lounging (relaxing).
More than one tool for eating. Ex. Plates and Bowls.
More than one tropical fruit that is yellow.

Assignments: Pick one of the following to complete each night. You will be tested on Friday.

1.

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

7.
8.

Choose 5 of your -es words and write a sentence using each word correctly. A good 3 rd
grade sentence has 5-8 words and begins with a capital letter and ends with punctuation.
Story time! Use all your spelling words to create a story. Write your spelling word in
BOLD print!
Have a parent or older sibling give you a practice test and have them sign it. You will be
expected to know the meaning of the word.
Write each word in alphabetical order and draw a quick picture next to each word to
show its meaning.
Type your list 4 times on a computer, with each list typed in a different/fun font. Print
it out and turn it in!
Word Pyramids for all your spelling words. Start with the first letter of the word on the
top line. Add the next letter and put the first two letters on the second line. Keep going
from there.
Write your words with something unique (ex. Shaving cream, spaghetti, salt, etc.) and
take a picture. Please email to your teacher! DO NOT bring it to school.
Use the QR code from your agenda and a mobile device to do the online activity related
to your spelling words.
https://quizlet.com/79012083/spelling-list-es-flash-cards/