Chapter 20.2
Become a Word Detective with Context Clues
You will learn to solve word mysteries by using clues around unknown words while reading.
What You'll Learn
You will use context clues to understand unknown words
You will find helpful hints in surrounding words and sentences
You will practice using picture clues and word parts together
You will learn to reread and check your word guesses
What You'll Practice
1
You will identify context clues in stories about animals
2
You will figure out word meanings using surrounding sentence clues
3
You will practice using pictures and actions as word hints
Why This Matters
You need context clues to become an independent reader who can understand new words and enjoy more challenging books on your own.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Context Clues
Word Recognition
Reading Comprehension
Vocabulary Discovery
Unknown Words
SK Curriculum Aligned
