Using a Dictionary for Word Meanings
Learning to use a dictionary to find the meaning of new words and check spelling.
Key Questions
- Explain how to find a word in a dictionary quickly.
- Identify the different types of information a dictionary provides about a word.
- Practice using a dictionary to understand unfamiliar words in a text.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
Suggested Methodologies
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