Utilize the dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other word-referenced materials. 0401.4.7

Links verified on 09/10/12

1. Critically Analyzing Information Sources - the emphasis here is on print sources
2. Dictionary Exercises - This section will help you review and strengthen your knowledge of the dictionary. The 30 exercises are grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Determine your level of knowledge and then select an exercise from the lists at the site.
3. Dino Hunters - Find all the different dinosaurs using dictionary.
4. Easy as Pie - download a document - a set of cliches to edit using the MS Word Thesaurus - instructions included on the document
5. Even More Consonant Blends! - Use your dictionary to add 3 more words which begin with the same consonant blend as the example. (a worksheet to print)
6. Find a Word - Drag and drop each word onto the correct dictionary page. Practice using the dictionary with this interactive site.
7. How to use a Dictionary - [designed for grade 3] online lesson with a quiz
8. How To Use The Microsoft Word Thesaurus - specific directions on using the Word Thesaurus
9. Practice Using an Encyclopedia as a Source - lesson plan and a practice quiz
10. Practice Using a Dictionary as a Source - lesson plan and a practice quiz
11. Practice with Antonyms - The exercises are grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Be sure to have a dictionary handy!
12. Practice with Homonyms - The exercises are grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Be sure to have a dictionary handy!
13. Practice with Synonyms - The exercises are grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Be sure to have a dictionary handy!
14. Research Skills Worksheets - print worksheets using the dictionary to complete assignments
15. The Thesaurus - a reference book that lists words and their synonyms - Drag and drop the words to the right thesaurus entry.
16. Using a Glossary - [10 multiple-choice questions] a lab activity to recognize and use the definitions in a glossary as they relate to a text
17. Using the Dictionary - [20 multiple-choice questions] a lab to use the dictionary to understand the meanings of words in context
18. Using the Internet as a Source - online quiz
19. Using references - lesson plan explaining a variety of reference materials and a practice quiz

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