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Dictionary Skills Review WorksheetDictionary Skills Review Worksheet
Publisher
TLS Books
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Grade
3rd - 6th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
30 mins
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2008
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Dictionary Skills Review

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Why do we use a dictionary? Your scholars will tell you why while demonstrating their dictionary skills. In addition to stating the purpose of using dictionaries, they will also show what they know about guide words, alphabetizing, and syllables.  

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

dictionary skills, dictionaries, alphabetizing, counting syllables

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Laminate and write using erasable markers to reuse without reprinting
  • May be used as a center activity or sent home for practice
  • Can be completed independently, in a pair, or small group
  • May be used as part of, or as an independnant ESL lesson plan

Classroom Considerations

  • Printable must be copied prior to lesson
  • Students must have dictionary skills including guide words, alphabetizing, and syllables

Pros

  • Well organized
  • Easy-to-follow instructions
  • Answer sheet included

Cons

  • Students may not find material engaging

Common Core

RF.3.3.c RF.4.3.a RF.5.3.a L.3.2.f L.3.2.g L.3.4.d L.4.4.c L.5.4.c L.6.4.c L.6.4.d

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