CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships and nuances in word meanings.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.2.5.a - Identify real-life connections between words and their use (e.g., describe foods that are spicy or juicy).

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.2.5.b - Distinguish shades of meaning among closely related verbs (e.g., toss, throw, hurl) and closely related adjectives (e.g., thin, slender, skinny, scrawny).

 
Authors: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers

Title: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.2.5 Demonstrate Understanding Of Figurative Language, Word Relationships... Language - 2nd Grade English Language Arts Common Core State Standards

Publisher: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers, Washington D.C.

Copyright Date: 2010

(Page last edited 10/08/2017)

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2. Fairy Tale Dice - Make this activity to be used at group time or in centers.
3. If, Then - Online game
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6. Mother Goose - Listen to poety in this podcast
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8. Retelling a Story - This reading response print out can help children develop an understanding of beginning, middle and end.
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