Unlocking Words: Context Clues
WALT: Use context clues to understand new words
What Are Context Clues?
Words around unknown words that help us guess meaning Like puzzle pieces that fit together Our reading detective tools Help us understand new vocabulary
Example
Example: 'The dingo is a wild dog found in the Australian bush.' Unknown word: dingo Context clue: 'wild dog' So dingo means: a type of wild dog
Let's Try Together!
The eucalyptus tree has leaves that koalas chew. A cyclone brings strong winds that can cause damage. The joey stays in its mother's pouch. Nocturnal animals are active at night.
Independent Practice
Read the information paragraph Use context clues to guess meanings Write your best guess for each word
Share Your Detective Work!
What words did you discover? What clues helped you? How did you figure out the meaning? What strategies worked best?
Remember: You Are Word Detectives!
Every time you read, look for clues around new words Context clues are your reading superpowers Keep building your vocabulary treasure chest!