A graphic organizer that helps students to make predictions about characteristics related to a word, to sort by qualities, and to set a purpose for their reading and researching.

A strategy that provides an overview of a root word and the words that can come from that root.

A type of context clue that gives a description of mood related to the word in order to help students understand the unknown word’s meaning.

A type of context clue that gives a common-sense link to an unknown word.

When students learn new vocabulary words and expand their understanding of current words by reading widely, engaging in discussions, having a variety of experiences, and using technology.

Visual representations of ideas that can be used to help students organize their thoughts.

A type of context clue that provides a picture or model for the meaning of a word.

A type of context clue that ties an unknown word to a known word or group of words.

Vocabulary words related to the content area being taught such as math, science, or social studies.

A type of context clue that provides information about an unknown word using clues about something similar or something different.