Vocabulary activities for first grade

My students love working on writing blends and digraphs through this fun Blends and Digraphs Write and Wipe Activity! Once my students master the ability to read and write CVC words, then we move on to introducing blends and digraphs. After introducing the sounds, I put these activity mats into their literacy center rotations. Each student will pull a card, say the word, write the word, and use the word in a sentence. When students are able to complete the activity mat with accuracy, I offer…

Help your students reach new levels in vocabulary work with this Word of the Day resource. This covers 36 weeks for a total of 144 words that are perfect for kindergarten, first, and second graders. Included are word cards, definition cards, picture cards, 2 versions of quick checks, application, word map, and links to video clips for each word. Kinders, 1st, and 2nd grade students love this engaging vocab review that will keep them learning and reviewing all year round.

Frayer Model: great way for students to teach and learn vocabulary (other than copying definitions from the textbook)

Vocabulary games for kids are a great way to engage students in any elementary classroom! Click the pin to check out these fun games for any word list, perfect for kindergarten, first grade, or even 4th or 5th grade.

Kindergarten vocabulary activities that are both explicitly taught and engaging! The science of reading is clear... vocabulary is a huge component to comprehension! Don't skip it!

Students need a vocabulary word list or stack of word cards. This activity should be played with partners or small groups. Students take turns choosing a card/word. Then student rolls a dice and follows the prompt on the Roll a Word sheet. Other players determine if the answer is correct. Players take turns until the teacher decides that the time is up. #firstgrade #secondgrade #thirdgrade #teacherhack #classroomactivity #freebie #elementaryschool #reading #writing #luckylittlelearners…

Learning new words is like adding to your writing toolbox.

A grade 1 spelling words pdf. This first grade spelling list covers 320 words and includes 174 FRY words.

The debacle of taking grades.... I know some teachers that take a grade on EVERYTHING. Meaning, everything the kids do, they take a grade on and put in the "gradebook." I can't do that. BUT, I do use everything as an informal assessment. I used to have these nice, LOOOOOONG, drawn out plans for small groups. I was really proud of my plans for my small groups. But, then I realized I was missing out on some great teaching opportunities because I HAD to do those plans. lol Well, I decided to…

Every year I am shocked by my students' underdeveloped vocabulary. They struggle with reading comprehension because of their limited understanding of words. Their writing can be very drab because of their limited word choice. And when it comes time for standardized testing they often struggle with understanding what is being asked of them because of