Handout

Pirate Dictionary

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Shiver me timbers, this here resource is a great way to teach young landlubbers to speak the language of the briny deep. Including over 30 different words and phrases, complete with definitions and guide words, this dictionary will have your class talking like pirates in no time.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Spice up a dictionary skills lesson with this fun printable resource
  • Challenge young writers to create short stories using as many terms from the pirate dictionary as they can
  • Use this resource to supplement a literature unit on Treasure Island or other pirate-themed stories
Pros
  • Provides a list of questions to pose to students as they learn about vocabulary relating to pirates
  • Includes pictures that support children with understanding key terms and phrases
  • Offers clear instructions for assembling the printable dictionary
Cons
  • None