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Vocabulary Builder W/Silly Poems (6th - 8Th)

Silly Poem Vocabulary Builder is a unique, self-paced program boosting middle school vocabulary knowledge through poems. In 4 simple 20-minute daily steps, students decode words, learn definitions and synonyms, and build mastery with games.
Mrs. Brown - Certified IEW Instructor
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What's included

1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
1 hour per week. included

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 8
Hey there, Young Authors!

Ready to take your writing skills up a notch in the most entertaining way possible? With this self-paced Silly Poem Vocabulary Builder course, you'll transform into an unstoppable wordsmith by following 4 simple steps:

• Step 1 - Kick things off by reading the silly poem of the week and trying to decipher the meanings of new vocabulary words through the context clues. A short video and handout will accompany this lesson.

• Step 2 - Once you've made your best guesses, it's time to uncover the actual definitions and discover fresh synonyms to expand your writer's toolbox. A handout will accompany this lesson.

• Step 3 - Now put those new words into action! Rewrite the silly poem by swapping in your newly learned synonyms. See how the synonyms change the way the poem feels. A handout will accompany this lesson.

• Step 4 - Reinforce your new word mastery by playing the Vocabulary Game, so you can lock those terms into your brain long term. A game link will accompany this lesson.

The best part? Each of these steps is designed to take only 20 minutes per day. 

No more struggling to memorize boring vocab lists! You'll be laughing your way through learning new vocabulary before you know it.

So young authors, join Silly Poem Vocabulary Builder today to level-up the words you know so you can improve your writing.

Learning Goals

Students will improve their understanding of at least ten or more vocabulary words embedded in each poem.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
1 Lesson
over 1 Week
Lesson 1:
The Late Bloomer's Wings
 You'll learn fourteen new vocabulary words through this funny, inspirational poem about a bird who couldn't fly. 
1 assignment

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Park University
I am a certified IEW instructor who has a passion for teaching. I am also a military spouse and veteran homeschooling mom with 10 years of experience. Previously, I taught IEW within Classical Conversations. I primarily teach IEW courses on Outschool. In addition, I hold a substitute teacher's license and a degree in Human Resource Management. When I am not teaching, you'll find me creating grammar songs and making language arts videos on my YouTube page or simply enjoying time with my family.

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Ages: 11-14

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