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Crypt-O-Words
SKU
082442
ISBN
9781601449962
Grade 4-7
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
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Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
$14.99 - Use clues to solve vocabulary puzzles!
- Fun way to learn new words for test prep
- Wide variety of daily challenges with answers in the back
- Perforated pages are reproducible within 1 home/classroom
Description
Crypto-O-Words is a vocabulary workbook with a twist! Middle school students will use a variety of code-cracking skills and critical thinking to come up with the answers. There are 30 puzzles, each with A, B, C, and D exercises. You could do one a day for four days a week or complete them all in one day! Use one as your day-starter activity to get the brain cells firing! As far as the types of puzzles, there are numeric codes, rhymes, word scrambles, word banks, word searches, limericks, drop-a-letter puzzles, synonyms & antonyms, and loads more! The engaging tasks make the new words memorable. Lots of teacher tips and guidance in the front pages assure you are getting the most out of the exercises. Perforated pages are reproducible for one home/classroom. Answers in the back. ~Sara
Publisher's Description of Crypt-O-Words
Crypt-O-Words is an 80-page activity book for a fun and interesting way to teach advanced vocabulary. This book is built in a way that enables it to be used with a wide range of ages and grades from early elementary to middle school, depending on the student’s level of skill and interest in language arts. Crypt-O-Words focuses on recommended vocabulary lists for PSAT and SAT test prep.
The vocabulary is “Caught, not Taught” through engaging activities like hidden-word texts, puzzles, and decoding ciphers. The books reinforce many language arts standards including Greek and Latin roots, analogies, word structure, vocabulary, and a variety of poetic forms. In addition, the activities incorporate famous quotes, historical references, science, etymology, a variety of word puzzles, and group “games” that serve to further cement the meaning of words in the student’s mind and practical usage.
The activities vary in format, but students will encounter and practice new words repeatedly and in a variety of contexts. Each lesson also includes space for the student to practice writing and spelling each new vocabulary word. Teaching suggestions and detailed answers are also included.
Category Description for Crypt-O-Words
Using puzzles and games to learn new vocabulary? Yes, please! Using words recommended by PSAT and SAT test prep, students guess a word by looking for clues in the text, then confirm their guess by solving a puzzle, cipher or word game. Each page is a new word! Teacher suggestions include hints, but students can do this on their own as well. Some activities would be more fun in a group, such as charades. You will fill in blanks and practice spelling the words right in the book. Reproducible for a single classroom/family.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Critical Thinking Company |
| Grades: | 4-7 |
| ISBN: | 9781601449962 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.0625 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.65 |
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