-tion and -sion WordsGrade 4 English for Kids
Action, station, television! Words that end in -shun.
-tion and -sion Words teaches fourth graders long words that end with the "shun" sound, like action, question, vacation and television. Kids learn when each ending is used and type them in words and sentences.
- Grade 4 · Ages 9–10
- 4 games
- 27 practice questions
- About 15 min
- Hear and Type
- Tion or Sion?
- What Does It Mean?
- Tion Sentences
English typing course · Grade 4
-tion and -sion Words · Learning goals
What Your Child Will Learn
Many long words end in -tion or -sion, which both sound like shun. Type action, question, vacation, television and more.
- Hear and Type
- Tion or Sion?
- What Does It Mean?
- Tion Sentences
Why it matters
Why This Matters for Kids
Longer words
-tion and -sion words are common in school texts, especially in science and social studies.
Spelling the same sound
Kids learn patterns to choose between -tion and -sion instead of guessing.
Academic vocabulary
Words like information, direction and decision are key words across subjects.
Inside -tion and -sion Words
How the Course Works
Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.
Step 1 · Game
Hear and Type
Listen and type the -tion or -sion word. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 2 · Game
Tion or Sion?
Type the missing ending: tion or sion. Fill in the missing letters. (8 exercises)
Step 3 · Game
What Does It Mean?
Hear the meaning, then type the word. Hear a word and type it. (6 exercises)
Step 4 · Game
Tion Sentences
Type sentences with -tion and -sion words. Hear a sentence and type it. (5 exercises)
Word list
Grade 4 Words and Sentences to Type
A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.
- action(noun)
- nation(noun)
- station(noun)
- lotion(noun)
- vacation(noun)
- question(noun)
- television(noun)
- vision(noun)
- motion(noun)
- decision(noun)
- explosion(noun)
- invention(noun)
- direction(noun)
- “We took the train from the station.”
- “I have a question for you.”
- “Our vacation was at the beach.”
- “The invention changed the world.”
- “Follow the directions carefully.”
For parents
Try It at Home
Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.
Parent Tip
Race to list as many -tion words as you can in two minutes: station, nation, motion... Then try -sion words like vision and division.
-tion and -sion Words · Questions from parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this course for?
-tion and -sion Words is a grade 4 english course for kids ages 9–10. That is Year 5 english in the UK and Year 4 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.
What will my child learn?
Many long words end in -tion or -sion, which both sound like shun. Type action, question, vacation, television and more. Along the way they practice: Hear and Type; Tion or Sion?; What Does It Mean?; Tion Sentences.
How long does the course take?
About 15 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.
Is this course free?
Yes. -tion and -sion Words is one of the first 2 courses in Grade 4 English. Create a free parent account and your child can start right away.
Does my child need to read well to use it?
No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.
Can we use it for homeschool?
Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.
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