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Word Detective is a fun way to figure out a new word in context.
Click the Word Map button to download an organizer to map out a definition, what a word is like and some examples of using the word.
The 4 Square lets students define, use the words in sentences and illustrate words.
The Frayer Model is similar to the 4 Square, but the word is defined, used in a sentence, and the student gives examples and non-examples for word usage.
Possible Sentences is a fun activity where students are given a list of words from a topic or passage and they are to make different sentences using the words.
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