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Grade 2, Writing Benchmark F: Develop expanded (rich and varied) writing vocabulary in all content areas (COS 14/ SAT 10 ADAW) Incorporate new vocabulary as a part of daily written language Engage in word-study activities Examples: synonyms, antonyms, homonyms, multiple meaning words, concept mapping, webbing, analogies

Lesson Plans: Acquiring New Vocabulary Through Book Discussion Groups This lesson explores various ways in which you can foster students' vocabulary skills through direct instruction and small-group discussions. Let's Hunt for Vivid Vocabulary This activity will be used to encourage students to focus on using and enriched vocabulary. During an oral reading of the book , A Bad Case Of Stripes, the students will search and identify various nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, dialogue tags, and transition words. Word Splash A national language arts standards-based program for grades 2-4 developed by Scholastic Inc. You'll find everything you need in these four fun, dynamic and easy-to-use lessons that help students build vocabulary, recognize parts of speech, and practice their writing skills. Multiple Meaning Madness Students will work together to determine the real meaning of words in Amelia Bedelia's chore list. Writing I Spy Riddle Rhymes Learn how to make I Spy pictures and riddles with Jean Marzollo! To, Too, or Two: Developing an understanding of Homophones This lesson uses multiple modalities to introduce and practice many common homophones. Students will engage in singing, acting, creative writing, and drawing to demonstrate their understanding of homophones. 3, 2, 1...Blast Off! Vocabulary Instruction Using a Virtual Trip to the Moon This lesson is designed to help students learn new vocabulary by taking them on virtual adventures that replicate field trips. Students use an online Alphabet Organizer to complete a final writing activity, which they compare to the writing they did during the first session.

Resources: Vocabulary Pinball: Learn new vocabulary while playing this fun game. Online Vocabulary Games: Vocabulary games for all grade levels Vocabulary Printables: Printable vocabulary worksheets A World of New Words: Try these classroom-tested tips and reproducible to expand students' vocabulary. Word Search Puzzle Creator: Make your own hidden word puzzles to increase vocabulary Houghton Mifflin Spelling/Vocabulary Activities: A variety of engaging word games and activities that allow students to practice and review vocabulary words
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