Explicit prefix-root-suffix (PRS) vocabulary instruction presents a crucial foundation for more equitable academic success given today's wide ranges of learner needs in early childhood education settings. This article raises awareness of the benefits of explicit PRS vocabulary instruction from early grades on by sharing a selected number of research evidenced and field tested, playful activities. With such game-like practices, early childhood educators can prevent and/or overcome vocabulary inequalities of mono- and multilingual K-3 students for equitable student impact. At the same time, they can build a positive, interactive class community through frequent use of learning games that encourage students to become healthy risk-takers when using their morphological knowledge to comprehend academic vocabulary and use it in their own oral and written contributions, as appropriate, in K-3 and beyond.