Greek and Latin Roots: Keys to Building Vocabulary
Greek and Latin Roots: Keys to Building Vocabulary

Author: Timothy Rasinski

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials

Published: 2008-05-01

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 1425891578

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Suitable for K-12 teachers, this book provides the latest research on strategies, ideas, and resources for teaching Greek and Latin roots including prefixes, suffixes, and bases to help instruct learners in vocabulary development, improve their comprehension, and ultimately help learners to read more effectively. Written by leading authors and literacy experts, Greek and Latin Roots enhances instruction with an in-depth understanding of how to incorporate word roots into vocabulary lessons in all content areas. Strategies are presented to help teachers empower students with techniques for using roots to unlock word meaning while expanding their vocabularies and developing a genuine appreciation for words. Ideas on how to plan and adapt vocabulary instruction for English language learners are included to help achieve successful results in diverse classrooms. This resource is aligned to the interdisciplinary themes from the Partnership for 21st Century Skills and supports the Common Core State Standards. 208pp.

Building Vocabulary with Greek and Latin Roots: A Professional Guide to Word Knowledge and Vocabulary Development
Building Vocabulary with Greek and Latin Roots: A Professional Guide to Word Knowledge and Vocabulary Development

Author: Timothy Rasinski

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials

Published: 2020-01-03

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 0743916433

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Did you know that Greek and Latin roots make up 90% of English words of two or more syllables? Having an extensive vocabulary is key to students’ reading comprehension. By adopting the strategies in this book, teachers will help their students read more effectively, setting a foundation for lifelong learning and reading success. This teacher-friendly resource written by Timothy Rasinski, Nancy Padak, Rick M. Newton, and Evangeline Newton provides the latest research on how to teach Greek and Latin roots. It includes anecdotes from teachers who have adopted these strategies and how they play out in today’s classrooms. With a research-based rationale for addressing vocabulary in the classroom, this K-12 resource is full of strategies for increasing reading comprehension, instructional planning, and building a word-rich learning environment to support all students including English language learners.

Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots
Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots

Author: Elizabeth Osborne

Publisher: Prestwick House Inc

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9781580492065

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Students learn the sources of hundreds of vocabulary words with this new, multi-year program. Unlike many programs that depend on rote memorization, Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots incorporates a variety of techniques to teach students the skills they need to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words, while also expanding sight vocabulary.Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots reinforces new words through:a format that capitalizes on word familiesassociative hooks and visuals to jog the memorybuilding language-analysis skillsexercises designed for maximum retentionMany vocabulary programs are focused on preparing students for a test from week to week, but Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots teaches skills that they can use for a lifetime.Teaches word analysis skills by focusing on root words.Additional notes on word and phrase histories build interestHumorous visual mnemonics reinforce recall.Book Four is recommended for 10th Grade.This is a student classroom edition. Tests and Answer Keys are available through the publisher but are only sold to schools and teachers.

Greek and Latin Roots: Keys to Building Vocabulary
Greek and Latin Roots: Keys to Building Vocabulary

Author: Rasinski, Timothy

Publisher: Shell Education

Published: 2017-03-01

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 1618137948

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Enhance instruction with an in-depth understanding of how to incorporate word roots into vocabulary lessons in all content areas. Suitable for K-12 teachers, this book provides the latest research on strategies, ideas, and resources for teaching Greek and Latin roots including prefixes, suffixes, and bases to help learners develop vocabulary, improve their comprehension, and ultimately read more effectively. Ideas on how to plan and adapt vocabulary instruction for English language learners are also included to help achieve successful results in diverse classrooms.

English Words from Latin and Greek Elements
English Words from Latin and Greek Elements

Author: Donald M. Ayers

Publisher: University of Arizona Press

Published: 1986-04

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13: 9780816508990

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Presents an overview of the development of the English language and examines the formation of words especially from Greek and Latin roots. Also discusses definitions and usage.

Building Vocabulary From Word Roots Student Book Lv 7 (4c)
Building Vocabulary From Word Roots Student Book Lv 7 (4c)

Author: Timothy V. Rasinski

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials

Published: 2007-04-05

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9781425806576

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The Teacher's Guide includes lesson plans with detailed notes about words from each root, overhead transparencies for introductory activities, standards-based connections, and differentiation strategies. A resource CD is also included with 50 bonus activities to support a variety of learning styles.

Vocabulary from Classical Roots
Vocabulary from Classical Roots

Author: Norma Fifer

Publisher:

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780838822524

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Vocabulary from Classical Roots is a thematically organized vocabulary program based on Greek and Latin roots. Each of the 16 lessons features 2 3 roots and 8 15 words derived from these roots. Words are presented with dictionary-style definitions, and all words are used in example sentences. Lists of Familiar Words and Challenge Words are provided for each root to help all students activate prior knowledge and keep advanced students on task. Exercises include synonym/antonym, fill in the blank, identification of incorrect usage, and analogies. Review activities including writing extensions, discussion questions, and other exercises are provided after every two lessons. The themes presented in Book A include: Numbers, All or Nothing, More or Less, Before and After, Creativity, Travel, Sports, and Animals. Some of the words presented in this book include: trilogy, monarch, monolith, unilateral, quatrain, panacea, posthumous, nihilism, magnate, copious, artisan, salient, and decimate. Grade 7."

Vocabulary Through Morphemes
Vocabulary Through Morphemes

Author: Susan M. Ebbers

Publisher: Sopris West

Published: 2004-01-01

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 9781593182120

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Deepens the understanding of the printed word through the fascinating world of morphology. Systematic, structured lessons explicitly teach students the meanings of the building blocks of language so that they can grasp new words and their meanings with ease and confidence.

Starting with Prefixes and Suffixes
Starting with Prefixes and Suffixes

Author: Rasinski, Timothy

Publisher: Shell Education

Published: 2017-03-01

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 1618139126

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Dive into prefixes and suffixes where students in grades 2–4 will expand their vocabularies and improve their word knowledge. Starting with Prefixes and Suffixes is a standards-based resource that introduces common Latin and Greek prefixes and suffixes and presents them in ways that are easy to understand and apply. Each lesson provides necessary content explanations, instructional guidelines, and activities to help students decipher meaning by analyzing work parts and word groups. Additional resources are offered to assist teachers facilitate learning with an appendix offering more activities, extensions, and flashcards. This resource is correlated to College and Career Readiness and other state standards.

Getting to the Roots of Content-Area Vocabulary Level 4
Getting to the Roots of Content-Area Vocabulary Level 4

Author: Timothy Rasinski

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 1425896286

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Expand your students' content-area vocabulary and improve their understanding with this roots-based approach! This standards-based resource, geared towards fourth grade, helps students comprehend informational text on grade-level topics in science, social studies, and mathematics using the most common Greek and Latin roots. Each lesson provides tips on how to introduce the selected roots and offers guided instruction to help easily implement the activities. Students will be able to apply their knowledge of roots associated with specific subject areas into their everyday vocabulary.