Multiple meaning words is the focus of a lesson designed to reinforce the use of context clues. Scholars listen carefully to a variety of sentences using the words pool and cast to decide which definition best fits the context. Then, they share their decision and discuss their thinking process.

Concepts

multiple meaning words, Vocabulary, context clues, group discussions, word meanings

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Conduct the lesson in small group rotations, and choose words that best fit the needs of the members of each small group
• As a class, brainstorm and define additional multiple meaning words 
• Have a dictionary readily available to confirm definitions and reinforce dictionary skills  

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson benefits more than just second graders, depending on your class's learning needs 
• Print and laminate sentence strips for continued use with little wear and tear 

Pros

• Detailed lesson steps come with a key to distinguish between teacher and pupil information
• Provides scaffolding techniques and adaptations  

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.2.1.a SL.2.6 L.2.4.a