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Grade 4 Reading & Writing · World 3: Meaning Maze · Level 23
Dictionary, Glossary, Thesaurus
Dictionary entries (syllables, part of speech, the right meaning); a glossary in a book; a thesaurus entry and choosing the synonym that fits; digital search and "Did you mean"; check a spelling.
Warm-up, learn, try it together, practice, then a quick check. About 15 minutes.
What children learn in Level 23
- Readers have three helpers for words. A dictionary tells what a word means and how to say it. A glossary is a small dictionary at the back of a book. A thesaurus lists synonyms and antonyms.
- Guide words at the top of a dictionary page show the first and last words on it. When the first letters match, look further into the word.
- An entry shows the syllables, the part of speech, and numbered meanings. Pick the meaning that fits your sentence.
- A thesaurus helps you find a more precise word. Instead of said, maybe whispered or shouted fits better!
- A digital dictionary can check spelling. Type your best try, and it suggests words.
Georgia's K-12 English Language Arts Standards:
- 4.L.V.3.d — Use print and digital reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses) to check spelling and determine or clarify the precise meaning of words and phrases. (I)