Standard 3 : Vocabulary Acquisition and Use (Archived)



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General Information

Number: LAFS.K12.L.3
Title: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Type: Cluster
Subject: English Language Arts - Archived
Grade: K12
Strand: Language Standards

Related Standards

This cluster includes the following benchmarks
Code Description
LAFS.K12.L.3.4: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate.
LAFS.K12.L.3.5: Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings.
LAFS.K12.L.3.6: Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when encountering an unknown term important to comprehension or expression.


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Lesson Plan

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Teaching Idea

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Science Vocabulary Game: Using a memory game with science vocabulary words, students will increase their understanding and retention of vocabulary words. This lesson can be modified for any vocabulary that you want to extend.