VOCABULARY!

Words and Meanings

Why is vocabulary acquisition important?

Achievement Gap (English Learners or low SES students vs. mainstream students)

Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP)

3rd Tier Content Words

Explicit Instruction (when needed)

Abstract Concepts Going Deep Understanding Nuances

Comprehension Quadrant (Frayer Model)1. What it is....2. What it is NOT... Scaffolding3. Examples of....Sheltered Instruction4. Visual

Do our students know what they are saying?

“I pledge a lesson to the frog of the United States of American, and to the wee puppet for witches’ hands. One Asian, in the vestibule, with little tea and just rice for all.”

---Shirley Temple Wong, a 5th grade English Learner from China

Choose an academic word from the pledge.

AllegianceRepublicIndivisibleLibertyJustice

Can we have some fun now? Lingo Bingo

Piece of paper 15-16 vocabulary

words Definitions of

words on cards Loud instruments

(optional) Candy (optional)

Find your Partner Pairs of cards

Missing word/picture match/definition

People Hunt/Quests Pre-made handouts Vocabulary expertly

inserted The need to read,

write, listen, and SPEAK!

What do you remember?

How will your students best acquire vocabulary?

Independent Reading

Independent Reading Culturally relevant, interesting, and

appropriate texts that mirror students’ lived experiences

Where can I find diverse literature?

Skipping Stones Honor BooksNotable Books for a Global SocietyPura Belpré AwardsWolds of Words (wowlit.org)Coretta Scott King Book Awards