Greek and Latin roots are sometimes the evil stepsister of vocab. Middle schools that use the Common Core (or any variation of it) must teach affixes, but high schools aren't required to, even though it’s valid vocabulary building. Affixes don't initially look glamorous to students, either; at first glance, affixes seem boring (a.k.a. memorization), and teachers are wary of how to teach them well (without just lecture and flash cards). Therefore, instead of viewing affixes as literary molecules - the building blocks to like, everything - classes often just go through the motions (or worse, ignore them completely). But what if you could teach prefixes, roots, and suffixes in a small amount of time, with higher student buy-in? Truth be told, I’ve done the full spectrum of bad to good with affix instruction: not enough of it, too much of it, successful flipped classroom, unsuccessful flipped classroom, too much in isolation, etc. Finally, I’ve got a balance that I’m happy with and that is starting to raise student awareness of the words they encounter while reading. Here's what that process currently looks like in our classroom. Yes, pretests are dry, but here’s the fun part: when my seventh graders bombed their pretest, they realized that they really DO need this instruction, and now they’re open to learning more about it. There are no egos in the way, and more students are willing to learn. (Steal my editable pretest here.) Side note: No, I don’t want students to fail or take a hit to their self-esteem… but many older teens and tweens assume they know or remember content that they do not. Next, we built flip books that contained essential lists of affixes AND practice for EACH chunk of them. Students rotated through stations to do things like… Complete the pages in their flipbooks Practice listing words that USE each affix Talk through how they could remember each one Play with a premade Quizlet set Pick up pre-made flash cards and start quizzing each other Yes, repetition is necessary, but practice can come from more than just index cards. Once students start to have a handle on some affixes, it’s time to do something creative (alongside your method of memorization) to make sure these meanings really stick. Start with an intermediate activity like this FREE puzzle challenge! The application level will look different, depending on your grade level and the extent of your students’ mastery. Here are a few ideas: Mixed Levels of Readiness: My 10-pack of application activities for affixes contains easier activities for students who are still acquiring roots AND more challenging ones for students who are ready, including pages about test prep and Harry Potter! (Try one for FREE here.) Embedded into Vocabulary: Start noticing the roots, prefixes, and suffixes in the vocabulary you assess elsewhere in your class. For example, in my Word of the Day program, we identify at least one affix and/or the language of origin for each word. Delve into REAL Latin: Don’t run from this idea! Do your students know common “English” phrases that are actually Latin, such as ad lib, per se, nota bene, pro bono, pro tempore, and status quo? If not, then maybe it’s time to build literacy with these common phrases. The REAL payoff... ...will come in that cute moment when a student raises her hand because she’s just noticed an affix in the text… or when a reluctant reader correctly zeroes in on what “agribusiness” means in a nonfiction article because he knows that “agri” means “farming”... or when a class tells you that they saw a root in their Science class and knew what the word meant. If students don’t get these affixes from us now, they never will, and it’s one of the best literacy graduation gifts we can give them. You Might Also Like... Tips and Activities for Teaching Vocabulary by Presto Plans Word Up Vocabulary Graphic Organizers by Tracee Orman
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to bring the magic of autumn into your classroom! Our **Autumn Talk ESL Cards** are designed to spark engaging conversations in just one minute. Each card is filled with seasonally-themed prompts that encourage your students to practice their English speaking skills while exploring the beauty and traditions of autumn. Whether you’re discussing fall activities, weather changes, or holiday traditions, these cards are a fun and effective way to build vocabulary, boost confidence, and celebrate the season. Perfect for all ages and proficiency levels, they’re an excellent addition to any lesson plan. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make your ESL lessons as vibrant as the autumn leaves!
Why We Plan Ahead With Tarot We consult our tarot cards to peek into the future, ask personal questions and make decisions. So when we take the time to map out and plan our actions and choices for …
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A collograph is a simple printmaking process that is fun to use with children and is an easy way to make sheets of wrapping paper, cards or a piece of art to hang on the wall. You start by cutting out shapes from different materials. I used a sheet of craft foam, a paper that has the texture of corrugated cardboard and a leftover roll of the material that is used to line drawers in your bathroom. All of the materials should be about the same thickness. After cutting out a variety of shapes I glued them to a sheet of cardboard as if I were making a collage. I rolled printmaking ink onto the surface using a brayer once the glue had dried. It's also possible to use a brush and acrylic paint. In this particular print I overlapped the images and used three different colors to add dimension. I'm starting a newsletter with DIY templates, news from my Etsy shop, and step-by-step photos of some of the techniques for my artwork and illustrations. The newsletter in early June 2018 will include a template for a simple pop-up book to make with children. Sign-ups on the right-hand side of the blog.
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Download these printable tangrams and challenge cards for a fun handmade gift idea. Kids of all ages love these puzzles. Perfect for Christmas or anytime.
Moral values are the key component of someone's character. Values are personality traits that guide us to make judgments and decisions based on what we think is right or wrong. Since every one of us has different experiences, values can vary from person to person. This is why we have different reactions to different kinds of situations. And most of the time, a person’s values are a reflection of the environment they grew up in. Teaching kids good values can help them to think from others' perspective and to help others. It might also help them to know their purpose in life and what good things they need to do for others in society. Moral values help people to be more selfless and put the needs of others before themselves. Please note that this is for personal use only; a commercial license is available at my store, which will allow you to use it with clients. https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/1195698998/commercial-license-permission-to-re?click_key=93a2e2a86a1393eac7d2cf285ecd3e48d420d80e%3A1195698998&click_sum=bddd492c&ref=shop_home_active_1&pro=1 For more products, please visit my store. https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/CounsellorCronan?ref=profile_header © ALL DESIGNS are copyrighted and property of Counsellorcronan. You could face legal action if you reproduce or resell this design. It is essential to note that these resources are not a substitute for professional mental health help or treatment. If you are experiencing severe mental health, seeking advice from a licensed mental health professional who can provide personalized guidance and support is crucial. Everyone's mental health journey is unique, and seeking professional help is always advisable for a comprehensive approach toward well-being. By purchasing these resources, you do not acquire any copyright. Reproduction rights do not transfer with the sale. Any form of duplication, distribution, or reselling for commercial purposes is prohibited. This item is for your PERSONAL USE ONLY. Thank you Enjoy x
Create a DIY Ink Stencil used in this Hi Friend Card! It's easy to make your own with cutting dies + Self-Laminating Pouches. Check out this cardmaking hack with Teri Anderson! Click the image to take you to the blog for more. #sbadhesivesby3l #wearyouradhesiveontheoutside #craftadhesives #diystencil #selflaminatingpouches #homehobby3L
Good Morning Friends!!! Our fabulous operator Kerin has an amazing tutorial for you today! Make sure you leave Kerin some love if you like it! First, the supplies used for this card are at the top: Stamps: Inspired by Nature Ink: Daffodil Delight, Peach Parfait, Pumpkin Pie, Cajun Craze & Cherry Cobbler classic stampin' pads Card Stock: Shimmery White, Basic Black, Daffodil Delight Ink: Black StazOn Accessories: Basic Black Satin Ribbon, Brights Buttons, Linen Thread, plain white copy paper (non-SU!) Kerin wrote: "Today I'm going to show you how to sponge a sunset. For my card I've made a large sun, but you can make your sun any size you like, simply by cutting a different sized circle using your Circle Scissor Plus. For this card, I've set my Circle Scissor Plus to make a 3 1/4" circle out of plain white paper. You will use both pieces of paper after the circle has been cut out, so don't throw away either piece. *Tip - I prefer Shimmery White card stock for sponging sunsets, the colors seem to blend better with this type of card stock. First, select the colors you'd like to create your sunset with. I'm using Daffodil Delight for the sun, along with Peach Parfait, Pumpkin Pie, Cajun Craze and Cherry Cobbler for the sunset. After you've got your circle cut out, lay your piece of plain white paper over your 4 x 5 1/4" piece of Shimmery White card stock. If you use thin white paper, you'll be able to see through it to line up your "sun" where you want it. We will begin with the sun. Hold the piece of white paper in place, and start sponging outside of the circle, then bring the sponging in, swirling your sponge around in a circular motion as you go. Continue sponging on Daffodil Delight ink until the sun has been completely filled in with ink. When you remove the piece of white paper, your sun will look similar to this: Next, take the circle that you cut out from the plain white paper, and place it over the sun you just sponged as shown. *Tip - for a smaller sun, punch a circle out of a post it note, and it will already have a sticky back to it to help hold itself in place. Now start sponging with your lightest color first, in this case it is the Peach Parfait. Again, just like sponging the sun, begin off of the card stock and work the color in from the sides in a circular motion. This is what it will look like after adding the Peach Parfait: Next add the Pumpkin Pie ink, and overlap the section of Peach Parfait. Next sponge on the Cajun Craze. *Tip -Notice how especially on the darker colors I started rubbing my sponge way off of the card stock, this is because you don't want a dark blotch in your sponged area and you can blend more easily if you just add layers of color. Finally you will sponge on your Cherry Cobbler. *Tip - Feel free to expand your colors up and down as you like, blending each color in the the color above and below it. Here is your completed sunset, just stamp and assemble your card! This will work with lots of color combos, here's a card I made in all Basic Gray, I just added the Basic Gray more and more to get the level of darkness at the bottom." Thank you so much Kerin for your AMAZING tutorial! I'm sure all the Stamping 411 readers will be off to try your technique! Rubbah hugs, Selene Kempton
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Allison Cope is back again with us this week to share an inexpensive project with you that uses stuff you already have at home. Here is Allison’s project tutorial: Your Supply List: – toilet tissue […]
When I first started working with porcelain, I was delighted by its similarities to paper - lightweight, pure white, with the ability to be made so thin that light passes through it. I began experimenting with porcelain clay as a medium treated like paper - folded, crinkled, torn - with similar aesthetic qualities but with additional functional purposes. Though it appears fine and delicate, porcelain is considered one of the strongest and most durable ceramic materials.
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Learn how to sew a classic tee shirt with this easy sewing tutorial and free PDF pattern for a women's tee in size large.
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Teach circuits in an engaging way by having students create a Valentine’s Day card that lights up! Students learn the difference between an open and closed circuit. They also learn how a switch can be used to alternate between an open and closed circuit. Students will have so much fun they won’t e
Learn how to make a gorgeous art print made from your favorite fresh blooms. Our simple flower pounding technique makes it easy to transform fresh flowers into a gorgeous art piece you can hang, display, or gift.
I was given The Wild Unknown Tarot for Christmas (after *very* strongly hinting that I wanted it). For collectors of interesting decks, this one is unique and well done. The art and concepts, mostl…
“In every community there is work to be done. In every nation, there are wounds to heal. In every heart there is the power to do it.” Marianne Williamson You have the power. Charity Matters. Copyright © 2013 Charity Matters. This article may not be reproduced without explicit written permission; if you are not
I made a character sheet template using elements from D&D sheets, OC cards, and ship memes! This kind of thing really helps me figure out my characters. Feel free to use this and post it anywhere you like ✨
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A simple to learn and fun math card game that teaches kids ways to make 10 using addition and subtraction skills.
