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Word Aware 2


Synopsis


This is a highly practical, comprehensive resource designed to support Early Years practitioners in the provision of effective vocabulary development in preschool children of all abilities. It is based on the same theory as the existing 'Word Aware' resource (9780863889554) but is adapted for Early Years.

This rigorously tried and tested approach is an outstanding resource that will be an essential addition to any early years' setting or preschool classroom. It is also an important addition to the materials used by speech and language therapists.

Stephen Parsons, Anna Branagan

Summary

Chapter 1: Word Identification

* Introduces letter-sound relationships and phoneme awareness.
* Example: Students learn the sound of the letter "b" by identifying words that begin with "b," such as "ball" and "bed."

Chapter 2: Word Meaning

* Focuses on developing vocabulary and understanding word meanings.
* Example: Students use context clues to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words, such as "exquisite" in the sentence "The flowers were exquisite, their petals a vibrant tapestry."

Chapter 3: Word Structure

* Explores the structure of words, including roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
* Example: Students analyze the word "uncomfortable" to identify the prefix "un-" (meaning "not") and the root word "comfortable."

Chapter 4: Word Usage

* Emphasizes the correct use of words in different contexts.
* Example: Students learn the difference between "their" and "there" by practicing sentences such as "Their house is down the street" and "There is a park nearby."

Chapter 5: Reading for Meaning

* Integrates all previous word knowledge and skills to enhance comprehension.
* Example: Students read a passage about the life cycle of a butterfly and answer comprehension questions that require them to identify letter-sound relationships, vocabulary words, and word structures.

Chapter 6: Spelling

* Teaches spelling rules and strategies based on word patterns.
* Example: Students learn the spelling pattern "dge" by practicing words like "edge" and "bridge."

Chapter 7: Punctuation

* Introduces correct use of punctuation marks, such as periods, commas, and quotation marks.
* Example: Students write sentences that incorporate proper punctuation, such as "The dog, a friendly golden retriever, wagged its tail excitedly."

Chapter 8: Grammar

* Covers basic grammar concepts, including parts of speech, sentence structure, and verb tense.
* Example: Students identify the subject, verb, and direct object in sentences like "The boy kicked the ball."

Chapter 9: Writing

* Provides guidance on writing different types of texts, such as sentences, paragraphs, and short stories.
* Example: Students practice writing a descriptive paragraph about their favorite animal.

Chapter 10: Word Analysis

* Combines word study skills to analyze unfamiliar words and enhance vocabulary.
* Example: Students use context clues and word structure to determine the meaning of the word "magnanimous" in the sentence "The king's magnanimous gesture won him the admiration of his people."