Skill Spotlight:  Vocabulary, Word Sounds, & Language Play

• Subject: ELA

• Grade: 5

What is my child learning?

Through this activity, your child is developing vocabulary skills and word comprehension. They're practicing creative thinking by crafting believable definitions and strengthening their deductive reasoning as they try to identify the real definitions. For 5th graders, this game builds critical thinking skills as they analyze word sounds and structures to make educated guesses about meanings. It also enhances their listening skills and ability to evaluate information from different sources. The game naturally encourages language play and helps children understand that learning new words can be fun and engaging, fostering a positive attitude toward vocabulary acquisition.

📅 Coming tomorrow

This week’s activity is called “Word Wizard.” You and your kid will be practicing vocabulary, word sounds, and language play skills. Look for it in your text tomorrow!