4-Square+Vocabulary

1. Dictate the word to be taught and have students record in square. 2. Describe the word. 3. Have students suggest examples of the word and record a number of examples. 4. Have students provide non-examples of the concept and record of number of non-examples. 5. Finally, have students write a definition of the concept. (Adapted from //Word Power// by Steven Stahl & Barbara Kapinus, 2001)
 * Four-Square Vocabulary** Adapted by David Gantt from Anita L. Archer via //Word Power// by Steven Stahl & Barbara Kapinus, 2001


 * **Word**

**soothing** || **Examples**

**music, a bath, a nap** ||
 * **Definition**

**comforting** **offering relief** || **Non-Examples**

**Tests, loud noises, being called on** ||

Anita L. Archer, Vocabulary Logs, Practice Activities, and Word Lists []

This is another example of 4-square Vocabulary with different requirements in each box. The teacher can add or subtract requirements based on the class size, demographic, or learning style. Pictures may work for one class, while repetition may be better for another.



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