Vocab Builders-Use Context Clues to Define Words, Identify Synonym/Antonym & Part of Speech

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Vocab Builders-Use Context Clues to Define Words, Identify Synonym/Antonym & Part of Speech

Teacher Jessi-Master's Degree, Certified D.T.

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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(78)

This class teaches students to use context clues to define vocab w/in interesting text.We explore each vocab word and identify its antonym/synonym counterpart.Students write a definition in their own words and identify the part of speech.

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 6

*WHAT PROBLEM IS SOLVED? WHAT SKILLS ARE ADDRESSED?
       Problem - Students struggle to use context clues to define vocabulary; thus, decreasing comprehension and critical thinking. Additionally, oftentimes students are unable to use their own words to express their understanding of specific words or groups of words. 
       Solution - Teach students how to use context clues appropriately to define vocabulary. Deep dive into words & familiarize kids with the words synonym/antonym.  Use...

Homework Offered
*Is there homework?
Learner-directed or responsive to current events. In other words, if we do not complete all classroom materials, I inform students that they can (a) complete the material as homework and post it to our class page (b) keep whatever they did complete because we will finish it in the next class, or (c) it's up to them because we will not revisit it in class.
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered

-class printables (listed on class page)
-pencil
-ONE of the following: crayons, colored pencils, highlighters, or markers

I ask for students to print the worksheets and bring them to class (along with a pencil and highlighters). You can find the necessary worksheets and other printables on the class page.

Available times

Pacific

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Meet the teacher

Teacher Jessi-Master's Degree, Certified D.T.

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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(78)

I am passionate about teaching children to make meaning out of the text by exercising their comprehension and analytical abilities, developing language skills, improving memory, and expanding their understanding of the world when they comprehend...