Vocabulary
In the book Word Collector, the author said that words can connect, transform, and empower people. What are some of the ways that words can empower people?
Any reasonable answer can apply. (e.g. tell someone about how to use a growth mindset)
What's an adjective?
An adjective describes or modifies a noun. Also, it can tell size, shape, age, color, origin, or a material.
What's an adverb?
An adverb describes or modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. Many of them end in -ly. Adverbs tell us: how, when, where, and how much.
What's a simple sentence?
A simple sentence shows one complete idea, which means, it has one subject and one predicate.
Complete the compound sentence:
I couldn't sleep tonight,
because I was too excited. (or something similar).
What's the definition of the word "empower"?
To give power to someone or to make someone stronger or confident.
Find an adjective in this sentence.
She was playing with an affectionate cat.
affectionate
Create an adverb for the following sentence:
He was running ...
any adverb can apply (e.g. swiftly, carefully,...)
What's the subject in this sentence?
Maria bought three pairs of shoes.
Maria
What is a compound sentence?
A compound sentence is made when two or more simple sentences are joined together with a conjunction.
What's the definition of the word "transform"?
To change in form, appearance, or structure. (e.g. metamorphose)
Find the adjective.
My baby sister loves to pull a red wagon.
red
Find the adverb in this sentence:
I looked everywhere.
everywhere
What's the predicate in this sentence?
We love coming to school!
love coming to school!
What is a conjunction?
It is a word used to connect two or more simple sentences. (e.g. and, but, or, nor, because, however)
Why do we need to learn vocabulary? What's the point?
Any reasonable answer that is similar to this: To improve our communication, reading, and writing. Also, to express our ideas in a more creative way.
Create an adjective for this sentence:
I am excited to play with my ____________friends!
Any adjective can apply (e.g.wonderful)
Create an adverb for the following sentence:
She flew the plane ________
yesterday or any other adverb
What's the subject in this sentence?
There is my house.
my house
Complete a compound sentence:
The fox chased the squirrel,
but the squirrel was too fast.
Teach us a new word and tell us its definition.
Any word that is not very common can apply. (e.g. prosperous, phenomenal, etc.)
Create an adjective:
She drove a __________and ___________car.
Any adjective that describes car. (e.g. red, fast, shiny)
Find an adverb in this sentence:
I am always ready to go to school on time.
always
What type of sentence is this?
Don't touch this cake!
Command
Complete the compond sentence:
My grandma baked delicious cookies,
and I ate them all! (or another reasonable answer)