Sunday, February 9, 2014

FREEBIE!! Dictionary Skills Search!



When I was in the classroom, one thing I dreaded hearing was, "I'm done!! Now, what??" ...even when I felt like I'd prepared for that question time and time again. It happens.

Because I am not a fan of "busy work", I always wanted the "now what" to be a meaningful task. So, a friend of mine shared the idea of a Dictionary Dig, and I just tweaked it a bit to work for my class! 

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When my kids came in the classroom each morning, they had their usual morning work to complete. Once they finished, they were to look at the board:

I put two words on the board each morning, and the students know to grab a dictionary and begin their search as a part of their morning work. If they happened to finish those two words, I would have them grab a book they are currently reading and find a tricky word to also complete a dictionary search to help them understand that new word as they read!

This Dictionary Search sheet is great for morning work, literacy centers, or just practicing dictionary skills. It's a great way to build vocabulary and makes for a great addition to a writing folder, or even a little book of new words at the end of the year! 


...and the best part... ? The "now what" question is always answered! 

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