Know the Lingo! Mastering Academic Vocabulary (Gr. 3)In order for students to acquire new knowledge and learning, they must be able to understand what they read, hear, and are asked to do in the classroom. This series provides definitions and practice opportunities for specific instructional verbs so students can comprehend and follow directions. Teachers are also given strategies for how to teach academic vocabulary. A glossary, which lists common academic vocabulary used in all subjects, is included.

Research has shown that students are more likely to succeed once they take on a growth mindset and understand that they can get better at anything with time and effort

Students are asked to read

” Each box provides 4 sets of cards for 4 different games

The end result—students who are more competent with foundational math skills and more confident as they progress to higher-level math concepts

Introduction to the student-driven Mini Challenge

Features metal eyelet for easy hanging

The first player to flip over all of his or her cards wins

Encourage them to journal about nutrition

and a grading chart

respecting others

Activate focus and patience to complete these sticker puzzles that are both challenging and calming

and whole-class activities in this series support the growth-mindset philosophy