Teacher Resources for Instructional Planning


Grade 9, Reading and Literature Std # 4.12: Determine word meaning through the use of context clues Determine the meaning of words or phrases in context

Lesson Plans: Vocabulary Stumpers Increases understanding and usage of new words Password Vocabulary Review Using Synonyms and Antonyms The Dictionary Game Game like Balderdash used with new vocabulary words. Word Up! Exploring Meanings and Origins Using Online Word Sites

Resources: OWL Major resource site for designing lesson plans related to language terminology and concepts Suggestions for English Language Learners: ESL Ideas (B=Beginning, I=Intermediate, T=Transitional) (B, I) Students put words into different classifications. Using classifications such as foods, colors, and countries, students find and list as many examples as possible.
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