Synonyms+and+Antonyms

 Synonyms and Antonyms



A synonym is a word that has nearly the same meaning as another word. Example: happy, joyful, elated ​ ​

An antonym is a word that has the oppososite meaning of another word. Example: mad, glad

Curriculum At -A- Glance ​We will be continuing to work on our comprehension skills. Vocabulary is a key component of how well one understands text. Understanding what synomyms and antonyms are and how they are used in a text will make a huge difference. If students are able to identify different types of words such as synonyms and antonyms meaning will be more clear.

Homelink ​ Practicing syntonyms and antonyms at home is easy! The powerpoint presentation below is a great tool for practice. It is not just the facts, buts also practicing and reinforcing concepts. Students often love working on the computer. The presentation is set up like a quiz game which is perfect for students and parents to work on together. Click on the link which will open up into Microsoft Powerpoint, the click view slideshow and the fun begins! Synonym games are also great interactive practice tools which make studying fun!

This presentation is a great informational presentation for parents to work togeher with the student to reinforce the difference between synonyms and antonyms!

Synonym Games Great Games to practice synonyms. The more practice a student has the faster, one will be able to recall another way to say a word. Synonyms offer a great variety to our vocabulary. As the students progress in their education it is important to have a deep understanding of synonyms and how they are used to increse comprehension. The games range from easy to difficult. [|Thesarus Tangle] [|Synonym Toast] [|Synonyms Match] [|Synonym Concentration]

Nightly Reading The books which we have been working on in school in our book club will be sent home this week. Students must do their required reading, in addition on sticky notes students should list five synonyms and five antonyms that they have found while reading!

Aligned to PA Assessment anchor and eligible content R6.A.1.1.2