Gosh dictionaries are great, and your class gets to make one of their own. They look up and write down the dictionary definition to nine words related to conservation and pollution prevention. They list their words alphabetically for...

A dictionary is a very helpful tool. Teach your third graders how to locate words, define them, and understand what root words are. They look up 12 words, write their definitions, then determine the root word that helps categorize each...

In this dictionary usage worksheet, students use a sample dictionary page to correct the misspellings of underlined words in sentences. Students write three answers.

Build your class's dictionary skills with this fun game. The activity allows learners to better understand dictionary usage, spelling, and vocabulary. By the end of this activity, they should be skilled word finders.

In this dictionary usage worksheet students discover the meaning to a difficult word - consternation - by first guessing at the meaning and then looking up the word in a dictionary and answering several questions about the word. Parents...

Second and third graders match the five pairs of guide words to the words in a list that should appear on the same page in a dictionary. They look at a second set of five pairs of guide words and circle the word (from three choices) that...

Here is a handy one-pager useful for any spelling work. Learners write 10 words from their spelling lists in the first column. They find them in the dictionary and write the page number and guide words in the subsequent columns. I'd use...

Originally designed for English language learners, this activity about dictionary usage could be used with native speakers as well! Give each pupil a dictionary and have them search for the nine listed words. They record the definition...

In this dictionary usage worksheet, students review the definitions for syllable, pronunciations, accent marks, and pronunciation key. Students then write the word shown in each dictionary respelling. Students then write the words in a...

For this dictionary usage worksheet, students read facts about the dictionary and practice using a dictionary page to answer questions. Students write four short answers.

Learners identify the animals and use a dictionary to help them find the correct spellings for the 12 words.

In this dictionary usage learning exercise, 5th graders use a dictionary to look up the following words: cavalcade, suffuse, venerable, abyss, qualm, an intercede. Students then write a sentence using each of the 6 words.

In this dictionary usage worksheet, students use a dictionary to make corrections in the spelling of the first set of words. Students then use a dictionary to find the meanings of the second set of words.

In this dictionary usage worksheet, students read 20 words and put them in the correct quartile. Students then use a dictionary to find definitions for the second set of words.

In this dictionary usage worksheet, students review the definitions for syllables, pronunciation, and pronunciation key. Students then read the pronunciations and circle the word that it matches. Students write how many syllables are in...

Start by reviewing the definition of syllable and pronunciation. Then study the pronunciation key before having learners try to match the word given to its correct pronunciation. Only five practice opportunities are provided. 

Students complete a dictionary search using the guide words in a dictionary. In this dictionary usage lesson, students take an online quiz about dictionary and thesaurus usage. watch a movie about the topic and complete a dictionary...

In this dictionary usage worksheet, students untangle a mixed up list of words and definitions using their dictionaries. The task is to assign each term to the correct definition and create order in the dictionary.

In this dictionary and glossary usage learning exercise, students use the dictionary page to answer the first 6 questions. Students then use the glossary page to answer questions 7-10.

In this using a dictionary worksheet, students review guidelines for dictionary use and then read a sample dictionary excerpt to respond to 8 short answer questions.

In this using a dictionary learning exercise, students review guidelines for dictionary use and then read a sample dictionary excerpt to respond to 8 short answer questions.

In this dictionary worksheet, students read a dictionary entry and answer 3 questions, then use a dictionary and answer 7 more related questions.

Students explore how to use the dictionary. They practice finding words in the dictionary. Students find the word that is between two listed words and they find the word that does not belong in between the two listed words.

Practice physical education vocabulary in your classroom. Working with language arts teachers, learners use dictionary skills to define and explain a word dealing with a concept in physical education. They also complete a task and have...