Predict Meanings of Compound Words - 2nd Grade Writing

A book used for writing notes. The parts describe its purpose and form.

A shelf for holding books. The parts tell what it holds and what it is.

A fly that is often found in houses. The first word describes where this insect is commonly found.

A brush used to clean teeth. The parts tell what it cleans and what tool it is.

A house or shelter for a bird. Combines the meanings of both parts to describe the whole.

A building with a bright light to guide ships. The parts combine to describe its purpose and location.

A flower named for the sun or that turns toward the sun. Named for its appearance or behavior with sunlight.

An area of ground where children play. The parts describe the activity and location.

Use the meanings of the parts. The parts give clues to the whole word's meaning.

A coat worn to stay dry in the rain. The parts tell when you wear it and what it is.

A room where a bed is kept and people sleep. The parts describe what's in it and what space it is.

A small cake baked in a cup-shaped wrapper. The shape or container gives this treat its name.

A ball game played mainly by kicking or using the feet. Named for the body part mainly used to play it.

A box where mail is put for delivery or pickup. The parts describe what goes in it and what container it is.