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Browse our collection of compound word worksheets, activities, word searches and resources aimed at improving students' spelling skills. A compound word is a word that has been formed from the grouping of two or more words. For example, 'butter' + 'fly' = 'butterfly', 'pan' + 'cakes' = 'pancakes'.

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Compound Words Join (2)

Connect the correct words to form compound words and then draw.
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Compound Words Join (1)

Connect the correct words to form compound words and then draw.
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Make & Draw Compound Words (3)

Use the given pictures to work out the compound words. Write and then draw.

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Make & Draw Compound Words (2)

Use the given pictures to work out the compound words. Write and then draw.

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Make & Draw Compound Words (1)

Use the given pictures to work out the compound words. Write and then draw.

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Compound Words List (Colour)

A colourful list of compound words for reference/display.
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Compound Words List (B&W)

A black and white list of compound words for reference/display.
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Compound Words Match (2)

Cut and paste to join words and make compound words.

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Compound Words Match (1)

Cut and paste to join words and make compound words.

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