a blog about a third grade elementary classroom
For most questions, there are typically 4 answer choices. If your student can categorize each answer choice, they have a better chance of eliminating the wrong answers and choosing the right one.
During my first year of teaching, I was told by my grade level chair that the best way to prepare for a standardized test was to give A LOT of sample tests. I thought something seemed fishy (because it went against everything I learned in college) but since it was my first[Read more]
Do your students struggle with dictionary standards involving words with multiple meanings? This dictionary-based practice set allows students to practice using context clues and inferencing to decide which definition is being used within a passage. This is oftentimes seen on STAAR / state testing and is a difficult concept for students to master! This resource includes: ✔️ 6 Short reading passages featuring 1-2 underlined vocabulary words ✔️ 10 mock dictionary excerpts, showing multiple definitions for the word ✔️ 10 questions asking students to choose which definition is being used in the passage above ✔️ Answer key for fast grading or sub plans Example: Students read an excerpt using the word haul. Then, they look at the provided mock dictionary excerpt and see that haul has 4 definitions listed. Students must determine which correct definition is being used in their specific reading passage, and will circle the answer choice. Questions are formatted for STAAR and other state testing exams. Answer choices alternate between A,B,C,D and F,G,H,J so students are familiar with state test formatting. TEACHERS LIKE YOU SAID… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Priscilla H. said, Great resource for a concept that my students really struggle with. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Britnee R. said, My kiddos were struggling with dictionary skills and this really helped them. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amy Y. said, Love these activities! Exactly what I was hoping they would be! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Veronica F. said, Perfect for what I needed. Very short passages that allowed my students to practice dictionary skills. Purchasing her other product that is available. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Cynthia S. said, Great resource for children to use in preparation for our STAAR exam! It allowed us to review this very important skill! Tape around the room for fun classroom stations or scavenger hunts! Display one per week as a warm-up, use for partner work, individual practice help, or sub plans! Please see the PREVIEW to assess the level of rigor and determine if it suits your students' needs!
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