Word Families List for Kindergarten Kids

Ranging from easy to complicated, there are thousands of word families in the English language. A word family has a group of words that have the same base but a different derivative form. It is one of the most basic things in the English language. Often, while teaching words, kindergarten kids are always taught word families. So, let’s take a look at some of the most common and easy word families list for kindergarten kids!

1. -ad

Examples

• The boy was sad so I gave him a chocolate.
• My dad always told me to be brave, also in tough times.
• I had a cricket bat, but I lost it.
• Although I am not a kid, I madly love cartoons
  

2. -ap

Examples

• I had a map for this road, but sadly I can’t find it.
• There is a generation gap between this generation and the previous one.
• Since it was a puppy, my dog sleeps on my lap every day,
• I took a quick nap so that I won’t feel sleepy in the meeting.
  

3. -ell

Examples

• I want to sell my TV, but nobody wants to buy it.
• He got injured because he fell from the stairs
• I must tell him what happened so that he doesn’t regret it.
• The child was scared because she was yelling.
  

4. -est

Examples

• This is the best gym because of its facilities.
• I need to call the pest-control because it’s unbearable now.
• As you have a match tomorrow, you must rest.
• My parents were worried because I got lost in the forest.
  

5. -it

Examples

• Your chances of survival are slim because you were bit by a snake.
• Please sit so that we can discuss things with you.
• His wit is his best quality.
• I want this job because I think I am fit enough for it.
  

6. -in

Examples

• Although we gave our best, we didn’t win.
• Passion must come from within
• Snakes shed their skin many times in their life.
• It is said that sins are atoned by good deeds.
  

7. -ock

Examples

• I am going home because it is 8’o clock.
• I took the other road because the main road was blocked.
• You should never mock anybody
• I will lock the door because I don’t want burglars to come in.
  

8. -og

Examples

• Frogs can be poisonous or non-poisonous.
• Dogs are man’s best friend.
• I am busy, so I will mail you the catalog later.
• I love to jog but I am too lazy.
  

9. -ug

Examples

• A hug is proven to reduce stress.
• I got a mug as a gift.
• I screamed because there is a bug under my bed.
• Please plug the mic so that we can hear from you.

10. -un

Examples

• Although I didn’t meet my friends, I had a lot of fun today.
• Kids love playing with toy guns.
• Japan is also known as the land of the rising sun.
• I like eating buns with jam.
  

Summing up

These were the most common word families. We hope that kids greatly benefit from this by learning it.

Find engaging word family worksheets to help your kids learn the words quickly.