Getting into Words : Vocabulary Instruction That Strengthens Comprehension

This practical book is a guide for general and special educators who want to improve the vocabulary of their students. In addition to building children's word knowledge, the book emphasizes teaching students how to learn new vocabulary. The activities the authors describe are designed to improve students' independent word learning skills, rather than simply learning teacher-selected sets of vocabulary. The book includes examples, classroom vignettes, photocopiable worksheets for students, and graphic organizers.