Does vocabulary instruction sometimes take a backseat to other ELA standards? In this episode, I explore why vocabulary needs to be a consistent part of your instruction—not something squeezed in when there’s time. Vocabulary is essential for reading comprehension, and when we teach it with intention, we help students become more confident and capable readers.

I’ll share practical ways to include vocabulary instruction in every unit, strategies students can use to figure out unfamiliar words, and ideas for making vocabulary learning more engaging and relevant to your students.

Read more in the show notes. 

Vocabulary resources you can use with your class:

• Vocabulary Activities
• Word of the Week
• 6th Grade Context Based Vocabulary Activities - Full Year
• 7th Grade Context Based Vocabulary Activities - Full Year
• 8th Grade Context Based Vocabulary Activities - Full Year

Related blog posts: 

• Vocabulary Instruction: The Key to Comprehension 
• Vocabulary instruction that works
• 5 Ways to Gamify your Vocabulary

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