English /Grammar & Language /Compound Words

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 Go Fish Game

A ‘go fish’ style game with compound words. Laminate for a long-lasting resource.

Make & Draw Compound Words (4)

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

Compound Words Match (3)

Cut and paste to join words and make compound words.

Compound Words Match Set 3

Match the words to make compound words. Laminate for a long-lasting resource.

Compound Words Match Set 2

Match the words to make compound words. Laminate for a long-lasting resource.

Compound Words Match Set 1

Match the words to make compound words. Laminate for a long-lasting resource.

Compound Words Worksheet

This spelling worksheet focuses on compound words.

Compound Words Word Search

Find the compound words in the jumble.

Compound Words: Blank Folding Booklet

A blank template for a folding compound word booklet.

Compound Words: Folding Booklet (2)

Create a folding booklet and combine words to form compound words.

Compound Words: Folding Booklet (1)

Create a folding booklet and combine words to form compound words.

Compound Words: Word Search (Hidden Words)

Reinforce knowledge of compound words with this fun word search. The word list is hidden for an extra challenge!