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US Geological Survey

Usgs: Water Science Glossary of Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
The United States Geological Survey offers a complete look at water science in glossary form. Take advantage of the topic guides at the top of the site. You'll find great maps, clipart and activities centers. Click Home to access the...
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Computer User: High Tech Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
An up-to-date dictionary of more than 7000 computer terms. You can search for random terms or for terms within specific areas.
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Interactive Science Glossary

For Students K - 1st
The Interactive Science Glossary is a resource that supports students who are learning the language of science. This resource includes written and spoken definitions and sentences in both Spanish and English. Students can even create,...
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University of Regina (Canada)

Univeristy of Regina: Math Central: Mathematics Glossary: Middle Years

For Students 6th - 8th
The definitions included in this Math dictionary for the middle grades are based on the Saskatchewan curriculum.
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Mit:glossary of 18th Century Costume Terminology

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive glossary explains the vocabulary relating to fashions of the 1700's. Includes links to visual examples.
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University of Chicago: Everyday Mathematics: Glossary

For Students 4th - 6th
A 60-page illustrated glossary of math terms for Grades 4-6.
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Better Lesson

Better Lesson: L.3.4d: Use Glossaries or Dictionaries to Determine Meaning

For Students 2nd - 3rd Standards
Links to 2 lessons and activities that build student skills in standard L.3.4d: Use glossaries or beginning dictionaries, both print and digital, to determine or clarify the precise meaning of key words and phrases.
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BBC

Bbc: Skillswise: English: Reading: Dictionaries and Indexes Quiz: Level One [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Quiz testing basic alphabetization and dictionary skills required for real-world application. Three levels of difficulty with answers provided.
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Foldoc Computing Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents a searchable dictionary of computer terminology that includes pronunciations. Links within the definitions allow you to gain a thorough understanding of the term.
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Galactics: Satellite Glossary

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed glossary of terms related to satellites.
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University of Georgia

University of Georgia: Inter Math: Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Use this online dictionary of math terms to get definitions and examples of a wide variety of math terms.
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Vance Holmes's Fantastic Tap Dance Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
Searchable glossary of terminology common in tap dance, compiled by Vance Holmes, M.F.A., choreographer, and dance educator. Links to other dance and music dictionaries.
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Glossary of Speleological and Caving Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features a glossary of speleological and caving terms. This resource is easy to use and gives a an adequate definition for each.
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Maths Net Interactive: Interactive Geometry: A Glossary

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Click on the appropriate word to view a small graphic depicting the term, or click to the crossword puzzle version of thisinteractive glossary.
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Reference Materials Printed and Electronic

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Find out how to use dictionaries, glossaries, and thesauri in order to determine meanings of words and phrases, including their denotations, connotations, and etymologies.
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Reference Materials Printed and Electronic

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn how to use dictionaries, glossaries, and thesauri in order to determine meanings of words and phrases, including their denotations, connotations, and etymologies.
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Encyberpedia: The Living Encyclopedia

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An exhaustive list of links to dictionaries, encyclopedias, glossaries, languages and thesaurus on the web. L.9-10.4c References, L.9-10.4d Verify meaning, L.11-12.4c References
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Great Schools: Glossary

For Students 1st - 3rd Standards
This is a PDF printable instructional activity for grades 1-3 to teach students how to use a glossary to answer questions.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Dictionary Use

For Teachers 1st - 6th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] This resource introduces students to dictionaries. It covers what a dictionary is used for, what types of information you will find in a dictionary, guide words and their purpose, and how to use a...
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Reference Materials: Printed and Electronic (English Ii Reading)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson focuses on using resources such as dictionaries, thesauruses (or thesauri), and glossaries to find and use words that will improve not only your reading skills but also your writing skills. L.11-12.4c References
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Reference Materials Printed and Electronic

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn how to use dictionaries, glossaries, and thesauri in order to determine meanings of words and phrases, including their denotations, connotations, and etymologies.
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Flamenco Glossary

For Students 9th - 10th
An easy to read glossary of all the terms and phrases concerning Flamenco.
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Kids Online: Computer Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
An online dictionary of computer-related terms.
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Computer Hope

Computer Hope: Computer Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
The dictionary is part of a site that offers free online help to computer users. The index provides a complete listing of terms by first letter. For terms that begin with a number, select the # sign.