Common Core State Standards
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
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Idioms Bingo Game
Build vocabulary and have fun with a classroom game of Idiom Bingo.
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Multiple Meaning Word Puzzles
Match words to their many meanings using this set of 14 word + multiple definitions puzzle cards.
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Metaphor Worksheet
Practice identifying and using metaphors with this set of 10 sentences that analyze symbolism in figurative language.
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Inspirational Woman Profile: Jessica Watson – Comprehension Worksheet
A comprehension task to use when learning about Jessica Watson.
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Inspirational Woman Profile: Obiageli Ezekwesili – Comprehension Worksheet
Review our profile on Nigerian social pioneer Obiageli Ezekwesili and answer questions to reinforce understanding.
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Inspirational Woman Profile: Greta Thunberg – Comprehension Worksheet
A comprehension task to use when learning about Greta Thunberg.
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Women In World War One – Comprehension Task
An article and comprehension task that celebrates women during World War 1.
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Ruby Bridges – Comprehension Task
Review our profile on 6-year-old civil rights figure Ruby Bridges, and answer questions to reinforce understanding.
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Innovative Inventors - Comprehension Worksheet
Meet famous Black History Month figures with this informational text and comprehension questions activity.
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Black History Profile: Shirley Chisholm - Comprehension Worksheet
Review our profile on Congresswoman and first Black presidential candidate Shirley Chisholm, and answer questions to reinforce understanding.
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Black History Profile: Barack Obama - Comprehension Worksheet
Review our profile on the first African American President of the United States, and answer questions to reinforce understanding.
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Black History Profile: Carol Moseley Braun - Comprehension Worksheet
Review our profile on Illinois Senator Carol Moseley Braun and answer questions to reinforce understanding.
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Figurative Language Telephone Game
Play this figurative language game with a group to practice recognizing and inventing metaphors, similes, and personification.
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Valentines Around the World – Comprehension Worksheet
Explore five global Valentine’s Day traditions with this informational text and comprehension questions activity.
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I Have a Dream - Speech Analysis Activity
Review MLK's "I Have a Dream" speech text and explore the metaphors he used to convey his message through the accompanying questions.
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MLK Day Crossword
Identify and write vocabulary words relating to civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. in our MLK crossword puzzle.
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MLK Day Vocabulary Activity
Build dictionary and vocabulary skills by identifying the meanings of words related to Martin Luther King, Jr. and civil rights.
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Antonyms Board Game
Read 18 words and identify their antonyms as you race players to the end of the game board.
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Synonyms Board Game
Read 18 words and identify their synonyms as you race players to the end of the game board.
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Prefix Dominoes
Identify new words that include common prefixes with 28 prefix and root word dominoes.
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Suffix Dominoes
Identify new words that include common suffixes with 28 suffix and root word dominoes.
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Four In A Row Game - Prefixes
Practice matching words to their common prefixes and win the game by building 4 words in a row!
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Four In A Row Game - Suffixes
Practice matching words to their common suffixes and win the game by building 4 words in a row!
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Sound Devices Sorting Activity
Reinforce sound devices used in text by sorting 16 figurative language cards into their appropriate category.
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Prefix Bingo
Match prefix words to their definition by identifying the meaning of the prefix and the root word through a familiar game of BINGO.
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Suffix Bingo
Match words with suffixes to their meaning in this BINGO game for 21 individual players.
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Prefixes Worksheet
Add a prefix to the beginning of a root word and use the new words in sentences.
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Playing with Prefixes Board Game
Practice building and using words with common prefixes in their appropriate context.
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Suffix Saga Board Game
Practice building and using words with common suffixes in their appropriate context.
