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Vocabulary-Building Worksheet

Here is a worksheet I use with my students so they can “play” and “experiment” with vocabulary from their readings. Students need to choose a word from a text that interests them, and complete the given worksheet. Here are the steps: Worksheet:

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“Show Off” Your Knowledge!

The purpose of this task is twofold: learn more about students and their interests – and to collect my first writing sample. When introducing this activity, be sure to explain that it is not a formal essay. The goal is simple: “show off” your knowledge on a passion or interest of yours. Don’t worry about structure–just have students write. Tell students there is one objective: demonstrate a “mind at work.” When students write 250 words

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