Learning New Words

Vocabulary is the set of words you know and use. The bigger your vocabulary, the easier it is to read, write, and talk about different topics. In 5th grade, you'll learn new words and how to figure out what unfamiliar words mean using clues.

Ways to Grow Your Vocabulary

• Use context clues from sentences to guess meanings.
• Break words into parts (prefixes, roots, suffixes) to understand them.
• Keep a word journal of new and interesting words.

Why Vocabulary Is Important

Knowing lots of words helps you express your ideas more clearly and understand what you read. It also makes writing and speaking more fun!

Real-World Uses

• Understanding new words in a science textbook.
• Using exciting adjectives in your writing.