Making Words Stick : Strategies That Build Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension in the Elementary Grades

Move beyond spelling lists and memorization and make words meaningful and memorable for your students. Building on the strong connection between vocabulary and comprehension, the book guides teachers in their most important task — forging a strong literacy foundation. From the role of semantics and syntax to original, classroom-tested activities, this imaginative guide will help teachers give their students the lifelong gift of words and language.