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Shades of Meaning Anchor Chart

Help students notice the difference between related words and choose one that says what they mean.
Grades
Grades 2–3, Elementary
File type
PDF
Preparation
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Updated Apr 01, 2022

Subject
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary
Topic
Shades of Meaning, Word Choice
Resource types
Anchor Charts, Teacher Tools
Preparation
Print ready
Standards
CCSS.L.2.5

About this resource

What's inside this resource

This resource is a set of 2 anchor charts for shades of meaning. Students will learn about how similar words can possess stronger meanings and reactions when reading and writing stories. The first chart is complete. The second chart is a fill in the blank.

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Teaching tips & learning objectives

Learning objectives

  • Explain a difference in meaning between related words.

  • Choose a word that fits the intended meaning of a sentence.

Teaching tips

  • Put two words from one group into the same sentence and ask students what changes. If both words could work, have them explain the different picture each creates.

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Curriculum

Standards, concepts & topics

Standards

  • CCSS.L.2.5 — Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. a. Identify real-life connections between words and their use (e.g., describe foods that are spicy or juicy). b. Distinguish shades of meaning among closely related verbs (e.g., toss, throw, hurl) and closely related adjectives (e.g., thin, slender, skinny, scrawny).

Core concepts

  • Shades of Meaning

  • Related Words

  • Precise Word Choice

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