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[Author Prev][Author Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next][Author Index][Thread Index] Re: context clues
Once you've taught them the types of context clues (restatement, opposites, situation, etc.), have them practice with sentences that have nonsense words. Have students come up with a definition for the nonsense words and defend it. Here are some examples: His brother fell asleep right away, but Jake couldn't swivver last night. Sophie knew her party was a success because people were dancing, talking, and bojjing. Good luck! Carla Carla Beard Web English Teacher www.webenglishteacher.com -----Original Message----- From: Debbie Parker [mailto:debracparker@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Monday, August 11, 2008 05:56 PM To: 'middle-lit' Subject: [middle-lit] context clues Hi -- Does anyone have any great ideas how to explain to 7th graders about figuring our context clues to understand vocab? My kids want to immediately turn to the dictionary which of course interrupts their comprehension. Although there is a time for dictionary look ups, I need to give some direct lessons in context. Thanks, Debbie Parker 203-470-7705debracparker@sbcglobal.net
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