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Vocabulary List Definitions and Sentences

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Practice any vocabulary list of up to 20 words with this graphic organizer. Class members write down the words, their definitions, and sentences that use the words.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

Vocabulary, word meanings

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Have learners cut each vocabulary square out to make flash cards
  • Spend some time together practicing how to craft a vocabulary sentence that shows understanding of the meaning of a word
  • After going over the words and definitions as a class, assign the sentences for homework

Pros

  • The worksheet is versatile and could be used with vocabulary for any class or subject

Cons

  • There isn't much space provided for writing long definitions or sentences

Common Core

L.5.1.a L.6.4.a L.7.4.a L.8.4.a L.9-10.4.a

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