Vocabulary

Vocabulary is the knowledge of both spoken and written words; it is an important building block for comprehension. Knowing word meanings makes it easier to understand what you read or hear. In the early years, reading assists in developing a child’s vocabulary. Fun experiences and field trips, e.g., visiting a zoo, aquarium or museum also enhances a child’s vocabulary by exposing them to new words in a fun and enjoyable way.

Formal vocabulary instruction typically occurs in either 3rd or 4th grade. Students are given a list of vocabulary words to study and exercises to reinforce their meanings.

2nd Grade
Words 		3rd Grade
Vocabulary Words
4th Grade
Vocabulary Words 		5th Grade
Vocabulary Words

For some fun activities and wacky words, please visit our word play section.

Oxymoron

An oxymoron is a figure of speech that uses words with contradictory or clashing ideas next to each other. They appear frequently in printed material, e.g. newspapers and magazines. Example of an Oxymoron Here are some of our favorites. accidentally on purpose literal interpretation accurate estimate little giant act naturally live recording adult child living…

Roy G Biv

ROY G BIV is an acronym to help a child or adult remember the seven colors of the rainbow. R – red O – orange Y – yellow G – green B – blue I – indigo V – violet ROY G BIV Activity Use the roy g biv acronym to help your child learn…