VOCABULARY

HOW DO WE LEARN IT?

• We read a lot!
• When we run into words we don't know we use context clues.
• We read more and find the word in other places.
• We compare the word's use in both contexts.
• If all else fails, we check our answer with a dictionary.

WHAT ELSE CAN WE DO?

• Write a lot!
• Use our new vocabulary words in our writing.
• Read some more.
• Look for our words and how the author uses them.
• Keep writing and using our new words.

LEARNING IN CLASS

• Write down the week's words.
• Discuss meanings with your group.
• Create a definition for each word.
• Present your definitions to the class.
• Read and compare your ideas to the author's use.

ON YOUR OWN

• Read at least 30 minutes a day.
• Keep an eye out for the words we have been learning in class.
• Use your words in your writer's notebook.
• Keep using context clues to figure out new words.
• Share your new words with someone and keep reading.

SMILE

FEED IT GOOD BOOKS

AND KEEP WRITING.