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The L-iminator! | The double L spelling rule

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Compound words are made when you put two words together to make a new word! When on of those words has two letter "Ls," however, something special needs to happen. Let's find out more by watching this video on, "The L-iminator!"

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Curious about compound words? Want to learn about more simple compound words? Sing along with Jack Hartmann! Then, quiz yourself with this compound word game.Think simple compound words are too easy for you? Want to learn about the parts of speech you can use to make compound words? Take a peek at this video and song!
Understanding how to combine words to make new, compound words is a helpful skill in reading and writing! It can help you better understand the meaning of new words when you see them in your reading. It can also help you to more quickly write a word in any stories you create-- which gives you more brain energy to focus on the story you are crafting!

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