-ONYMS
You are probably very familiar with the terms synonym and antonym. Yet there are actually quite a few words in English that incorporate the Greek root word ‘onym’ which means ‘name’. Scroll down for a list of the more common … Continued
The Role of Vocabulary in Reading Comprehension and Fluency
This podcasts provides an overview of two research papers examining the development of readers in grade one and two, and how relatively small differences in vocabulary demand can substantially affect a student’s success. Teachers need to be aware that a … Continued
Strange Words
I hope no-one woke up feeling philogrobilised (seedy) this morning, although I’m sure there were a few of you who spent some time whindling (feigning groaning). However, gongoozling (staring idly at a water course) on this glorious morning makes it … Continued
Critical Thinking and Web Literacy
Evaluation of any text, whether it is paper-based or online, is a critical skill for all readers. You need to be able to actively engage with the text, carefully considering the validity of the information (taking into account the reliability … Continued
Crosswords
There is quite a bit of research showing that crosswords can be an effective teaching tool (see list of references for some examples). Crossword puzzles enhance vocabulary and spelling by requiring precise letter placement to match clues, which reinforces word … Continued