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Solving Unfamiliar Words
Mr. Griot reads the poem “What A Surprise!” and identifies words that are unfamiliar. He models how to use context clues and a dictionary to figure out the definitions of those words.
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Verbs of Being
Mr. Griot introduces the verb of being and shows examples in sentences.
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Action Verbs
Mr. Griot explains that a verb is an action word in a sentence and shows examples of verbs in sentences.
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Homophones and Homographs
Mr. Griot reviews the definitions of homonyms, homophones, and homographs.
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Common and Proper Nouns
Mr. Griot reviews common nouns and proper nouns. He also models editing sentences for correct capitalization, punctuation, and common and proper nouns.
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Nonfiction Expository Writing: Revision
Mr. Griot describes how to revise a nonfiction expository writing essay.
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Word Parts: Syllables
Mr. Griot explains how to identify number of syllables and vowel sounds in a word.
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Photosynthesis
Dr. Forrester teaches about photosynthesis and the functions of a plant’s stem.
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Did texting Kill Grammar?
Language change is a natural process, as it changes with the changing needs of the people who speak it. First and foremost, language change is not necessarily a bad thing; if language never changed, we wouldn’t have words to indicate...
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Romeo and Juliet Prologue Language and Plot: Spoiler Alerts?
This video delves into the introduction of the central characters, Romeo and Juliet, in Shakespeare's iconic tragedy. The discussion explores the thematic significance of "star-crossed lovers" and the fatalistic language used to...
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Romeo and Juliet 5.3 Word Nerd: womb
This video examines Romeo's metaphorical language as he stands outside the Capulet mausoleum in Act 5, Scene 3 of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet." It delves into Romeo's comparison of the mausoleum to a voracious beast, interpreting the...
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Romeo and Juliet 4.1 Word Nerd: cope
This video explores the etymology of the word "cope" and its relevance to Juliet's situation in Act 4 of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet." It also touches on the symbolic meaning of donning death's cape, illustrating Juliet's readiness...
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.2 Performance: Petruchio and Grumio, Lines 28-42
This video features a performance of Act 1, Scene 2 from Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," showcasing an exchange between Petruchio and his servant Grumio. In this scene, the comedic interaction continues as Petruchio gives Grumio...
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Word Nerd: “shrew”
This video explains the origin and evolution of the term "shrew" from its association with a small, venomous animal to a term used to describe an ill-tempered woman, particularly in Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew." It also...
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Keywords in Maths
This video explains definitions for some common keywords used in mathematics. A practice activity (matching activity) is included at the end of the video.
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Mottos and Symbols
A motto is a saying that stands for what a person, an organization or a country believes in. The United States of America has had two mottos. Let’s learn what they are and what they mean.
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Word Clues in Division Word Problems
Mr. Addit reviews keywords in word problems that are clues for what math operation will be used.
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Review of Charts, Graphs, and Line Plots
Mr. Addit reviews the line plot, tally chart, pictogram, and bar graph. He presents word problems to solve using the data from each.
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Solving Word Problems about Time
Mr. Addit shows how to solve word problems that deal with time by reviewing how to look for keywords and how to set up the problem. He also explains some strategies for solving word problems.
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Subtraction Word Problems
Mr. Addit provides an example of a real-life word problem that requires borrowing across zeros.
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Modeling Word Problems
Mr. Addit explains how keywords help to determine whether a word problem is an addition or subtraction problem. He then models how to solve word problems.
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Do You Have Enough Information?
Mr. Addit explains that it is impossible to solve a word problem if it does not provide enough information. He models how to determine if a word problem provides enough information to solve.
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Standard Notation and Word Notation
Mr. Addit explains standard notation and word notation. Then, using the place value chart, he shows how numbers can be written in standard notation and in word notation.
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Bearings in Maths
This video will explain what bearings are in maths and how to calculate them, including: finding a bearing from a given point, from another bearing and finding a point from two given bearings. A practice question is provided at the end...