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This 20-word grammar word search teaches the -er suffix by hiding occupation and agent nouns for students in Grades 2–4. Hidden words include farmer, skater, painter, builder, and dreamer, all formed by adding -er to action verbs. Use it during a word-formation unit, as a grammar warm-up, or as a sub-plan activity to reinforce suffix patterns.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Grammar
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated April 2026

Word List

  • FARMER
  • SKATER
  • PAINTER
  • CAMPER
  • LISTENER
  • BANKER
  • OWNER
  • LEARNER
  • HIKER
  • CATCHER
  • SPEAKER
  • CLIMBER
  • PLAYER
  • READER
  • BAKER
  • DREAMER
  • REPORTER
  • BUILDER
  • SINGER
  • LEARDER

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