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Word Root Lesson on “Dent"

The word dental comes from the Latin word root dent- which means "teeth." Use this lesson to invite students to explore the word root dent-, learn how it appears in different words, and strengthen their vocabulary, background knowledge, and comprehension through a fun, meaningful activity. October is National Dental Hygiene Month, so be sure to use this activity during October!

NOTE: These resources were created by Dr. Timothy Rasinski and are shared with permission for use on Literacy Central.

Resource Information

Age Range
4 - 7
Grade Level
Pre-K - 2nd
Literacy Standards
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.CCRA.R.4
Anchor Standards for Reading: Craft and Structure: Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.4
Ask and answer questions about unknown words in a text.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.4
Identify words and phrases in stories or poems that suggest feelings or appeal to the senses.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.4
Describe how words and phrases (e.g., regular beats, alliteration, rhymes, repeated lines) supply rhythm and meaning in a story, poem, or song.