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.
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Make & Draw Compound Words (4)

Use the given pictures to work out the compound words. Write and then draw.
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Compound Words Match (3)

Cut and paste to join words and make compound words.
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Compound Words Match Set 3

Match the words to make compound words. Laminate for a long-lasting resource.
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Compound Words Match Set 2

Match the words to make compound words. Laminate for a long-lasting resource.
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Compound Words Match Set 1

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

This spelling worksheet focuses on compound words.
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Compound Words Word Search

Find the compound words in the jumble.
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Compound Words: Blank Folding Booklet

A blank template for a folding compound word booklet.
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Compound Words: Folding Booklet (2)

Create a folding booklet and combine words to form compound words.
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Compound Words: Folding Booklet (1)

Create a folding booklet and combine words to form compound words.
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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!
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Compound Words: Word Search

Reinforce knowledge of compound words with this fun word search.
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Match & Write Compound Words 2

Match up words to form compound words and then use the compound words to complete the sentences.
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Match & Write Compound Words 1

Match up words to form compound words and then use the compound words to complete the sentences.
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Compound Words Join (3)

Connect the correct words to form compound words and then draw.