Vocabulary & Word Study (Grades 1–4)
Vocabulary & Word Study (Grades 1–4)
Topic word banks and active vocabulary tasks that widen language, with strong scaffolds for ELL students.
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Curriculum fit
Builds tier-2 academic vocabulary
Words are taught in context with picture support and used in speaking and writing, closing gaps that limit comprehension.
How to teach it
A suggested teaching sequence
- Introduce words in contextNew vocabulary is met inside sentences and topics, not as isolated lists.
- Explore meaning & connectionsPupils link words to synonyms, opposites and word families.
- Practise activelyMatching, gap-fill and sorting tasks move words into working memory.
- Use it to keep itSpeaking and writing tasks turn recognition into confident use.
What’s covered
Skills & topics inside
- Topic word banks
- Meaning & usage
- Synonyms & antonyms
- Word-building
- Speaking & writing practice
Differentiation & assessment
Built to work for every learner
Picture supports and word banks make these especially strong for EAL/ELL and younger learners, while the extension tasks push academic vocabulary for pupils ready for more.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Do these align to Common Core and NGSS?
Yes. Skills and topics support the Common Core State Standards and, for science, the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). They work across states whatever your local standards require.
Is this suitable for ELL students?
Yes. Visual supports and scaffolds make it particularly effective for English-language learners.
What will I receive, and can I reuse it?
Everything downloads instantly as editable Microsoft Word documents and PowerPoint slides with full answer keys, so you can print class sets or teach on screen. Each purchase is licensed for your own classroom and can be reused with new students every year.
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