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Word vs. Wild: Escape Room Game with Middle School English Vocabulary (Part 1)
Genevieve Pollock
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(67)
This virtual wilderness survival game improves test scores through vocabulary practice, with reading comprehension and writing, in a choose-your-own-adventure-style, virtual "escape room" featuring 12 vocabulary words for ages 10-14.
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner - Advanced Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
Does learning vocabulary words have any practical use? In this game, yes! You can only survive the wild by using your words and your wit. In this fun and interactive virtual "escape room" game, learners will be "dropped" in a 🏞️ secret wilderness location, and will answer a series of challenge questions to find their way to a checkpoint in order to complete part 1* and earn a badge.🏆 1️⃣ These challenge questions will feature 12 middle school vocabulary words, and will focus on their meaning...
5 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1EquipDouble check vocabulary list, and study words before starting the game.Lesson 2EnterEnter the Google Slides "game," read through the original story featuring beautiful nature pictures, and answer questions using vocabulary words to reach the checkpoint.Lesson 3ExitUse the exit code word (given to learners at the checkpoint) to write an original sentence, and send it back to the teacher to exit the game. Receive a badge and level up victory video.Lesson 4* BONUS * Word SearchDownload the PDF word search for additional vocabulary practice.Lesson 5** BONUS ** Creative Writing PromptComplete the optional creative writing prompt.
Students will learn new PSAT vocabulary. Students will practice reading comprehension skills. Students will write an original sentence.
I am a mom, walking the language arts journey with my three children while homeschooling them, always looking for ways to make life happier and more beautiful for them. I carry this over into my work with 430 Outschool learners, working to help them connect with the joy of creating and playing with words in our English language arts classes. Additionally, I have taught English as a second language to hundreds of students online. These classes arise out of that desire to create experiences that make ELA learning a little more enjoyable.
Homework Offered
Learners are required to write an original sentence as their "exit ticket" from the game. Learners will receive a bonus worksheet and a creative writing prompt for optional lesson extension. Learners are invited to play through the game as many times as they would like, following the multiple pathways to further enhance their vocabulary practice, reading comprehension, and writing output.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
The final code word sentence will assess learners' understanding of the vocabulary that they have learned and practiced.Grades Offered
Grades will be provided on request.
1 file available upon enrollmentLearners will be equipped with a PDF list of vocabulary words.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(67)
Thank you for visiting my profile! I combine quality virtual education with uplifting, encouraging interaction to teach classes on language arts, basic and creative writing, emotional awareness and mindfulness, and art. Connection defines my...
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for all content5 pre-recorded lessons
1 week of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 13 learners
Ages: 10-14
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