Vocabulary building activities are tasks that help students learn new words and expand their existing word knowledge. They can be fun, engaging, and interactive, such as games, puzzles, songs, stories, etc. Vocabulary building activities usually focus on the meaning and usage of words, rather than the form or structure.
May 27
For upper elementary students, understanding poetry can be both exciting and challenging. One powerful tool at our disposal to unravel the layers of meaning in poems is context clues. In this blog post, I provide six engaging activities that use context clues to help students unlock the “hidden messages” within poetry. Be sure to get …
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May 20
One of the most essential skills for reading comprehension is using context clues, and incorporating context clues anchor charts can be especially effective. Context clues are words or sentences that help us determine the meaning of new or unfamiliar words. Using anchor charts can improve students’ vocabulary, help them understand the text better, and enhance …
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May 22
Learning compound words can be a fun and engaging experience for upper elementary students. This post provides a variety of activities designed to enhance students’ understanding of compound words, from interactive anchor charts to creative foldable organizers. Along with a detailed word list, you’ll find practical teaching ideas that will make learning compound words both …
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May 15
This post is a collection of many free resources from the web and some materials I have created that will help your students learn about contractions. Enjoy these contraction activities including online games. Discover great books to read. You’ll find songs and videos. The final activities are for more advanced students who know how to …
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Apr 04
Who said teaching vocabulary had to be boring? This post contains different word wheel activities for students to enjoy while learning more about words. Word wheels help students explore words from different angles, making them a great learning approach for visual learners. Be sure to check out all five activities. Word Wheel Activities Word …
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Mar 07
Students love playing games and solving puzzles. With these fun activities, students won’t even realize how much they are learning. In the handout, you will find the four print-and-go activities explained in this post. You will also get a page of resource links for quickly making your own print-and-go vocabulary activities. Vocabulary Activities, Puzzles, and …
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Sep 13
Analogies are a great way to teach students how to compare and contrast words, concepts, and ideas. They help students develop their vocabulary, critical thinking, and creativity skills. Analogies can also make learning fun and engaging using humor, imagery, and poetry. In this blog post, I will share some activities you can use to teach …
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