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Author
Dawn
Subject
Reading Comprehension
Difficulty
3rd Grade
Create a passage with vocabulary words with context clues to determine the meaning. Use synonyms, antonyms, examples, and inference clues. Apply context clues (e.g., word, phrase, and sentence clues)..
This resource is designed to help third-grade students improve their ability to use context clues to determine the meaning of unknown words. Students will engage with a passage titled 'The Mysterious Marsh,' where they will identify and analyze synonyms, antonyms, examples, and inferences. The activity includes explicit goals, success criteria, vocabulary building, and deliberate practice questions that prompt students to define bolded words using context clues from sentences. The resource also encourages reflection on how students utilize context clues to enhance their understanding of new vocabulary.