The Words Their Way Student Book Volume 2 includes 60 lessons that incorporate over 600 vocabulary words, and include explicit strategies for determining meaning through multiple exposures to words. Thirty lessons cover Greek and Latin roots and Generative vocabulary, and thirty lessons cover general academic vocabulary and domain-specific vocabulary. Students will read passages rich in context and have multiple opportunities to use the words taught. Students use a standard notebook (separate; not included) to write in words, answers to questions, and complete exercises given in this workbook. 186 pages, softcover. Grades 6-12

A wide knowledge of vocabulary is incredibly helpful for students' academic success. Words Their Way emphasizes Generative Vocabulary (word parts & meanings), General Academic (specific words needed for school success), and Domain-Specific vocabulary (derived from science, social studies, math and Language Arts).

In just 15-20 minutes each day, this targeted vocabulary curriculum uses a variety of resources to help students learn over 600 vocabulary words in this fun and engaging program. Students learn to acquire the vocabulary and vocabulary strategies by learning the words in context and then using them in engaging activities. Three-day and five-day scheduling options are suggested; depending on the schedule, teachers cover between 8 and 20 vocabulary words per week. Meets Common Core Standards.

Please Note: The content of the Words Their Way: Vocabulary for Middle and High School Volume 2 curriculum is identical to the Vocabulary Their Way Grade 8 curriculum.

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