Using Context Clues #Academic
Reading Skills: Vocabulary Fun. Context Clues Help Solve the Meaning of Unknown Words
Mrs. Kris, MBA
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4.9
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What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursAssessment
participationClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 2
Context clues are used to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words in sentences or reading text. Students will examine sentences and look for clues to help determine the definition of unknown words. The lesson will be divided into 3 main sections: discussion about using context clues, finding clues in sentences, and determining word meaning. Information will be shared on slides, through discussion, and on a provided worksheet. Welcome 3-5 minutes Description of context clues 12-16 minutes Finding clues within sentences or text 12-16 minutes Determining unfamiliar word meaning 12-16 minutes Review/Question and Answer 6-10 minutes
Learning Goals
Students will examine sentences and look for clues to help determine the definition of unknown words.
Other Details
Supply List
Please have a pen or pencil. I will provide a worksheet to accompany the class discussion. Please check back on the classroom page and the worksheet will be available to print a day or two prior to the start of the lesson.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
none
Joined April, 2020
4.9
273reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I served the Director of Ancillary Services tasked with planning and executing summer and winter camps at a PK-12 school. I hold a degree in Psychology and an MBA, a 150-hour master teacher certificate for teaching English as a second language courses and have served as a college counselor for almost 5 years advising students and families on the college acceptance process. I have taught middle school, have been an academic administrator in a Pre-K 12 school and was a founding director of a Learning Center.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
6-10 learners per class
