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Homeschool Vocabulary Curriculum Ideas

April 29, 2019
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How Evan-Moor’s Vocabulary Fundamentals Changed My Homeschool Lessons

I am a former elementary school teacher (grades 2, 3, and 5) turned homeschooling mom. Regardless of which pedagogy homeschooling families use for their curriculum needs, we find ourselves utilizing many instructional resources, whether it be a workbook series or … Continue reading

Chalkboard with Vocabulary Words and Games

January 31, 2018
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Vocabulary Journals and Games for Your Classroom

Vocabulary instruction is directly linked to reading comprehension and word knowledge. On average, students are expected to add 2,000 to 3,000 words to their vocabulary every year! (Effective Vocabulary Instruction by Joan Sedita.) Students need multiple and engaging opportunities to … Continue reading

October 8, 2015
by Evan-Moor
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Academic Vocabulary: Giving Students an Academic Edge

Knowing academic vocabulary is essential for students to understand concepts across content areas and a reliable predictor of academic success! This post provides free sample lessons and tips for successfully teaching academic vocabulary. See below for free downloads from Evan-Moor’s … Continue reading

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