So how can we best support our beginning ELLs in math? There is a reason I put vocabulary instruction at the top of the list. It simply cannot be ignored if
So how can we best support our beginning ELLs in math? There is a reason I put vocabulary instruction at the top of the list. It simply cannot be ignored if
Do your English Language Learners (ELLs) struggle with understanding Math? Many ELLs do. If you are an ESL teacher working with English Language Learners (ELLs) studying Math there are a few things to make sure you cover! Consider common English words that may have more than one meaning when it comes to math or the […]
You may have heard that math is a universal language. This is not the case when students are solving word problems. Many students struggle to solve word problems, they can be particularly challenging for ELLs. Here are some strategies for solving math word problems with English Language Learners. Academic Language Teach students the important vocabulary
Help your English Language Learners and other students in Grades 5-8 learn 97 essential content-area vocabulary words for English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies topics. Words come in 3 sizes and are organized by both academic subject and by grade level for your convenience. When your ELLs understand these core vocabulary words, they will better comprehend your lessons, the texts they read, and will be more successful in school as a result. Ideas for 10 activities to reinforce the vocabulary are included. These word wall words are great to display at the beginning of the year and throughout the school year. Resource at a Glance: ★ What will students learn? * Academic vocabulary words for English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies that are used in Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8. ★ Who is it for? * English Language Learners in regular ed or sheltered English classes. * Multilingual Learners of English learning Content-Based ESL. * Native English-speaking students who need to learn these words. ★ How does it help teachers? * Displaying the posters and word wall words helps your students learn and understand core academic vocabulary, which will enable them to better comprehend your lessons. * Giving the flashcards to students lets them learn the words on their own time. * Using the word wall words or flashcards in centers helps students learn the words. * Directions for doing the activities are provided so you can easily implement them with your class. What educators who have used this resource say about it: ♥ "Excellent for ESL students learning these concepts on the secondary level!" -- Kirsten K. ♥ "Quick and easy resource - thanks for the blank cards, for additional words!" -- Ellen P. ♥ "These cards have been an excellent resource for my ESL classroom! Thank you!" -- Jamie M. <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> What you get in this product for English Learners: ★ Table of contents for easy reference (1 page) ★ Notes to the Teacher with background information (2 pages) ★ List of ELA Common Core standards (1 page) ★ 2 vocabulary templates (2 pages) ★ List of 10 ways to use the vocabulary words (2 pages) ★ Vocabulary words organized by grade level (4 pages) ★ Vocabulary words organized by academic subject (4 pages) ★ Flash cards for Grade 8, four per page (6 pages + 1 blank template page) ★ Flash cards for Grade 7, four per page (5 1/2 pages + 1 1/2 blank template pages) ★ Flash cards for Grade 6, four per page (7 pages + 1 blank template page) ★ Flash cards for Grade 5, four per page (7 pages + 1 blank template page) ★ Word wall cards for Grade 8, two per page (12 pages + 1 blank template page) ★ Word wall cards for Grade 7, two per page (11 pages + 1 blank template page) ★ Word wall cards for Grade 6, two per page (15 pages + 1 blank template page) ★ Word wall cards for Grade 5, two per page (14 pages + 1 blank template page) ★ Photograph showing the word walls in use in a classroom (1 page) ★ Cover and copyright/social media/credits pages also included (2 pages) More Info: All the vocabulary words were compiled by asking middle school academic subject teachers which 3 - 5 words in their content areas they consider the most important for students to know. The vocabulary words are available in these 3 sizes: * Poster size (8.5" x 11") * Flashcard size (4 words per page) * Word wall size (2 words per page) The flashcard sized words are color-coded to match the border color on each grade level poster. The words can be used for review or test prep, in vocabulary games such as charades and matching the words with student-written definitions, or as references during classes. Copy, cut, and distribute them to your students for their own personal reference. Or cut, laminate, and keep them in class as a resource in centers or for reference. Blank template pages are also included if you would like to add your own vocabulary words. The word wall formatted words, which are also color-coded to match the color on each grade level poster, can be cut apart and are ideal for use as a bulletin board display if you want to choose which words to display. If you laminate them, they will last longer. You can create word walls for each academic subject differentiated by grade level. Or you can create word walls for each grade level that include vocabulary words in all 4 academic subjects for each individual grade. There are blank template pages in this size, too, so you can add your own vocabulary words. The posters are an easy way to show all the grade-level or core subject area words that are mentioned in this resource. They can also be displayed on a bulletin board in your classroom or in a hallway. A photo showing how the vocabulary words in this size were displayed in a classroom is included at the end of the product. The lists below show how many words are included for each content subject and for each grade level. However, since some words are repeated by more than one grade level, in the lists below they are not counted twice in the academic subject word walls but they are listed every time in the word walls for each grade. Here is how each academic subject breaks down: * English Language Arts word wall contains 24 words * Math word wall contains 27 words * Science word wall contains 24 words * Social Studies word wall contains 27 words Here is how each grade breaks down: * Grade 8 word wall contains 24 words * Grade 7 word wall contains 22 words * Grade 6 word wall contains 28 words * Grade 5 word wall contains 28 words (A few words are included in more than 1 grade level.) Please note that illustrations of the words are not included in this resource because by having students draw their own pictures, you can asses how well your students understand what the words mean. To help students develop their comprehension of these academic words, 2 templates for vocabulary work are included in the resource. Both templates have spaces for students to draw a picture to illustrate a word. The templates also ask students to write about the word in a few ways and to use it in a sentence. To further help students internalize the meaning of these academic vocabulary words, 10 optional activities are included. Directions for doing each activity are clearly explained. Doing all or some of these activities will help students learn the meanings of the words and how to how them. Learning content-area vocabulary can be difficult for English Language Learners because not only do they have to learn new words, they simultaneously have to learn the academic concepts associated with those words. When you display these posters or word wall vocabulary words where all students can easily see them and use the flashcards as well, you are supporting your students' acquisition of key vocabulary and that will greatly help them be successful in school. <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> You can earn TpT credits that reduce the cost of your future TpT purchases by giving feedback about this product. 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STEM with ELLs STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) activities are highly engaging for students. This is particularly true for English Language Learners. A key component is that the disciplines are integrated. Students typically have a real world problem to solve or project to create. Here are some overviews of using STEM in the elementary classroom:
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A cozy and warm hoodie featuring a Geometry Formula for shapes design. This hoodie is perfect for math enthusiasts and students looking to show off their love for geometry. It is ideal for casual wear or layering during the colder months. A great gift for back-to-school, Christmas, birthdays, or any occasion for those who appreciate math and shapes. Product features - 50% cotton, 50% polyester blend for a strong and smooth fabric - Adjustable drawstring hood and kangaroo pouch pocket - Knitted in one piece without side seams for a more attractive look - Medium-heavy fabric for added warmth and comfort - Ethically sourced US cotton and sustainable production practices Care instructions - Tumble dry: medium - Iron, steam or dry: low heat - Do not dryclean - Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F) - Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
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I love teaching all algebra topics with tons of interactive and collaborative activities that get students thinking independently and working together. This way everyone gets the practice they need to feel confident in algebra. Here are a bunch of slope activities that you can assign to students working in group or even digitally. I have updated many of the activities to now include links to interactive digital slope activities in Google Slides and Google Forms for blended learning.
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You may have heard that math is a universal language. This is not the case when students are solving word problems. Many students struggle to solve word problems, they can be particularly challenging for ELLs. Here are some strategies for solving math word problems with English Language Learners. Academic Language Teach students the important vocabulary
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Newcomer students receive some support from an ELD (English Language Development) teacher in most elementary schools. The majority of their time is spent in their grade level classroom. Here are some strategies for supporting a newcomer student both in their grade level classroom and areas to focus on during targeted language development lessons. Create a
You may have heard that math is a universal language. This is not the case when students are solving word problems. Many students struggle to solve word problems, they can be particularly challenging for ELLs. Here are some strategies for solving math word problems with English Language Learners. Academic Language Teach students the important vocabulary
STEM with ELLs STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) activities are highly engaging for students. This is particularly true for English Language Learners. A key component is that the disciplines are integrated. Students typically have a real world problem to solve or project to create. Here are some overviews of using STEM in the elementary classroom:
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Vocabulary instruction is so critical in today’s classroom! A vast vocabulary will help students to become better readers and writers. Vocabulary is also essential to their performance on standardized tests. Helping kids to develop their vocabulary is time that is well spent in a busy classroom. I have developed a routine to teach new vocabulary
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Vocabulary instruction is so critical in today’s classroom! A vast vocabulary will help students to become better readers and writers. Vocabulary is also essential to their performance on standardized tests. Helping kids to develop their vocabulary is time that is well spent in a busy classroom. I have developed a routine to teach new vocabulary
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This House Activity resource provides an interesting and enjoyable variety of tasks which students will be able to successfully complete with the use of the reference pages. The pictures with words on the reference pages will help to develop vocabulary and reading skills. The success achieved while completing the work will build confidence and motivate students while developing English vocabulary. Where possible answers are included, so peer correction is an option. The matching,the cut and stick, the relaxing colouring and production of the interactive house are all activities that could be used with isolated initial learners who have not yet reached the stage where they can be totally integrated with the class. An opportunity for writing simple sentences about what you do in each room is also included. The resource could also be used as a class resource, if doing a topic on the house. The vocabulary Kitchen – microwave, cooker, pot, lid Bathroom – towel, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste Bedroom – wardrobe, chest of drawers, alarm clock, pillow Dining Room – spoon, knife, fork, plate Utility Room – washing machine, washing basket, iron, ironing board Living Room – couch, coffee table, fireplace, rug Would you like to get TPT credit to use on future purchases in any store? If you would, please go to your 'My Purchases' page (you may need to login again). Beside each purchase you'll see a Provide Feedback button which you should click. This will take you to a page where you can give a rating and leave a short comment about the product. Any purchased product can be downloaded unlimited times. Your feedback is very important to me because it lets me see which products are most useful for your students. If you would like to hear about new EALEE products, don't forget to click "follow me" at the top of this page. If you have just arrived at this one product and are not already in my store but would like to visit my store to see other products, just click on the word EALEE at the right hand side above the follow star. This will take you to my store where there are many other resources, some are free for you to download. Thank you for looking. Feedback is always appreciated. You might also like to have a look at another House resource. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/House-Vocabulary-Worksheets-and-Games-for-EAL-ESL-ELL-3563613
