Digital Resource List: Vocabulary by Victoria Van Yush https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c Alicia Cooke, Shenetta McNair, Victoria Van Yush, en-us 2022-06-12 22:38:35 UTC 2022-06-12 23:05:01 UTC hello@padlet.com Resource #1: Sadlier Connect vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218799106 This is a resource provided by Gwinnett County through teachers’ eClass portal under additional resources.  
Several units each offer 20 new vocabulary words for students to learn through explicit instruction, practice and by reading high quality texts.  Students get to practice their new words using a variety of word learning strategies. 

]]> 2022-06-12 22:41:25 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218799106 Resource #2: BBC 6 Minute Podcast vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218799422 This website is great for all students, especially ELL students in particular. Each podcast is six minutes long and geared towards middle-high school students. All podcasts come with a transcript with bolded vocabulary words, and at the end of the podcast, students answer questions regarding the content and vocabulary. The podcasts are also ranked by beginner, intermediate, and advanced vocabulary. ]]> 2022-06-12 22:42:12 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218799422 Resource #3: TIP Chart vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218800262 This is a vocabulary method that allows students multiple ways of representing new words that they learn. TIP stands for term, information and picture. This is a great tool for all students and especially ELLs. ]]> 2022-06-12 22:44:33 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218800262 Resource #4: SNAP Method vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218802065 See the following quick steps to teach vocabulary using the SNAP method:

S - Show students a list of target words
N - Review the words with students by using each in a sentence
A - Students form a small group and discuss words
P - Students write a sentence using two of the target words

The attached lesson includes scaffolding for those who need it and extension for your gifted/accelerated learners.


]]> 2022-06-12 22:50:19 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218802065 Resource #5: Frayer Model vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218802315 This technique requires students to define target vocabulary and apply their knowledge by generating examples and non-examples, giving characteristics, and/or drawing a picture to illustrate the meaning of the word. This information is placed on a chart that is divided into four sections to provide a visual representation for students. ]]> 2022-06-12 22:51:09 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218802315 Resource #6: Acrostic vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218802642 Writing an acrostic is an easy and quick resource that can be used with any content area. This approach is especially great for ELLs as well. Students write an acrostic poem to define new vocabulary terms. ]]> 2022-06-12 22:52:10 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218802642 Resource #7: Million Dollar Word Club vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218803364 This activity would be great to use with the Sadlier vocabulary words offered by the county. Post the unit vocab words in clear sight in your classroom. Each time a student writes or speaks using any of the vocab words, they earn an incentive  and become part of the “Million Dollar Word Club.” Teachers can be creative and come up with a list of classroom incentives to be earned.]]> 2022-06-12 22:54:41 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218803364 Resource #8: Taboo Vocabulary Word Game vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218803690 This is a game that can be used with the Sadlier vocabulary words offered by the county. Students can use index cards and create the game cards for the popular game, Taboo. Students write a vocabulary term on each card. Below the word is a list of other words that students may not use when they give clues to get a student on their team to say the vocabulary word at the top. ]]> 2022-06-12 22:55:50 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218803690 Resource #9: vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218803730 This is another strategy that can be used with the Sadlier vocabulary words offered by the county. After the target words are prominently displayed in the classroom, both teacher and students intentionally use words throughout the school year, as many times as possible, during informal conversations. ]]> 2022-06-12 22:55:58 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218803730 Resource #10: Vocabulary.com vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218804228 This resource is a great tool for students to use as an online dictionary. Students can search a word in the search bar in order to find the word’s definition, examples of the words in sentences, and a detailed description of the etymology of the word. This is a great resource for students to see the context and origin of words. ]]> 2022-06-12 22:57:30 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218804228 Resource #11: Visuwords vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218804432 This resource is a wonderful tool to use for students to see groupings of words that are similar to one base word. This interactive website is great for content vocabulary and creative writing skills. ]]> 2022-06-12 22:58:12 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218804432 Resource #12: Reverse Dictionary vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218804595 This resource is a creative way to find new words for certain phrases. For example, if a student is looking for a word for the phrase “the one you love,” they would write that phrase into the search bar and the website will give them a collection of words to choose from (such as “love, agape, romance, amour,” etc.). This is a great tool to use for creative writing! ]]> 2022-06-12 22:58:49 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218804595 Resource #13: Vocabulary Spelling City vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218804916 This online, interactive game gives teachers quite a few options to practice vocabulary terms. First, teachers create a list of words they want their students to focus on. Next, they choose an activity they want students to practice; their options are: spelling, writing, phonics, and vocabulary (in which students match definitions, determine meaning based on context, and determine meaning based on synonyms and antonyms). Each activity is a game that students can participate in.]]> 2022-06-12 22:59:52 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218804916 Resource #14: Freerice vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805093 This interactive website allows its user to match vocabulary words to their synonyms. By doing this, students are able to practice expanding their vocabulary and word recognition. The more vocabulary that students score correctly, the more rice (and other food) this website sends to countries in need. ]]> 2022-06-12 23:00:32 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805093 Resource #15: BrainPop Resources vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805263 This website is a great tool to find a plethora of resources for teaching vocabulary, especially for ELL students. It has various links, such as: learning strategies, lesson plans, word lists, graphic organizers, and printable activities. These activities are also aligned to WIDA standards (which are necessary when teaching ELL students). ]]> 2022-06-12 23:01:12 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805263 Resource #16: “Doing It Differently: Tips for Teaching Vocabulary” (Edutopia Article) vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805437 This article includes teaching ideas that include strategies for selecting vocabulary words based on students’ prior knowledge. Afterwards, this article details a step-by-step method (created by Robert Marzano) that teachers can use to teach these words. This is particularly useful for newer teachers.]]> 2022-06-12 23:01:53 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805437 Resource #17: 4 Activities to Boost Target Language Vocabulary Acquisition” (Edutopia Article) vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805618 This article includes teaching ideas/strategies that educators can use in order to teach vocabulary. While this article is focused on L2 target language acquisition, the ideas presented can be used in any classroom for vocabulary building skills. These resources also focus on all components of learning: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. ]]> 2022-06-12 23:02:36 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805618 Resource #18: “21 Ideas for Teaching Vocabulary” vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805840 This article focuses on teaching ideas/strategies that educators can add to their toolkit when they want to focus on vocabulary. These strategies can be used in any classroom and altered for high school, middle school, and elementary school. They can also be used in any content in order to enhance vocabulary practice.]]> 2022-06-12 23:03:23 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218805840 Resource #19: IXL Vocabulary Lessons vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218806047 IXL is a great resource for students to practice building vocabulary skills. This link has options for all teachers, including pre-K. There are various skills included for each grade level. When a student answers questions on IXL, they earn points towards a skill level. When they miss questions, they receive an explanation and an example. ]]> 2022-06-12 23:04:08 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218806047 Resource #20: LinguaHouse.com vv01030 https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218806320 This link takes the user directly to a site where ELL students have the chance to practice building vocabulary skills as they relate to real-life scenarios, such as: clothes, food and drink, cooking and eating, jobs, work words, health and illness, etc. This is extremely useful for ELL students as they learn to navigate life in a different country and a different language. ]]> 2022-06-12 23:05:01 UTC https://padlet.com/vv01030/b00pq8e3b2recz2c/wish/2218806320