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Grade 6, Reading and Literature Standard #: 4.12 Determine word meaning through the use of context clues. Determine the meaning of words or phrases in context clues. Synonyms Antonyms Uncommon meanings of common words or phrases Specialized or technical vocabulary Unfamiliar words or phrases Affixes Root words Multiple meaning words Word origins Cultural and regional expressions Geographic Ethic Classification AHSGE Standard IV - The student will utilize strategies that enhance comprehension of textual, functional, and recreational reading material.

Lesson Plans: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Alabama Lesson Plans User-friendly "Search" feature PDF document Vocabulary Stumpers Classroom game Vocabulary Making "real meanings" to vocabulary 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 "Unforgettable Character" Students will recognize the main idea of a story, understand unfamiliar words in context, make inferences, and integrate information from outside the passage. The History Behind Song Lyrics Students will interpret song lyrics based on contextual clues and research information.

Resources: McDougal Littell Student Tools Teacher resources for building vocabulary World Wide Words International English from a British viewpoint Synonym Worksheets Various worksheets using synonyms Suggestions for English Language Learners: ESL Ideas (B=Beginning, I=Intermediate, T=Transitional) (B) For non-speaking ESL students, see Language Guide for an on-line picture dictionary with pronunciations for English practice. See Logos Translator Site or Universal Dictionary for translation resources. (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. (I, T) See also Context Clues Lesson for ESL for a lesson plan and activity with context clues.
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