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Personal Dictionary

Introduction: 

Want to expand your vocabulary?  Start a personal dictionary. A blank address book is a perfect place to list new words and definitions.

In this lesson you will:
  • Choose synonyms for different words
  • Sort words to match their antonyms
  • Use context clues to figure out the meaning of new words
  • Write sentences using new words
Skills: 
Context Clues
Vocabulary Building
Writing and Editing Strategies
Autobiographical Writing
Dictionary/Thesaurus/Reference Skills