Greek and Latin Roots and Stems ~ 5 minutes per day strategy!Understanding common Greek and Latin stems and roots increases both vocabulary and comprehension, and is specifically cited in Common Core standards L.4.4b, L.5.4b, and L.6.4b. This is a strategy I have used effectively both in the classroom and as a Literacy Specialist to ensure my students have a solid understanding of common Greek and Latin stems. This strategy uses a short routine (5 minutes of whole group time) daily, and can be