Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Elephant Feed

Subject Area

English Language Arts

Grade(s)

2

Overview

This is a multiplayer game that tests students' knowledge of synonyms. The game can be set to the public allowing students to play against other students around the world. It can also be set to private allowing students to play on the computer. Students interact with the game by matching synonyms. This game can be played on a computer or on an iPad. 

    English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 2

    ELA21.2.16

    Describe word relationships and nuances in word meanings, including relating them to their opposites and distinguishing shades of meaning in similar or related words.

    Unpacked Content

    UP:ELA21.2.16

    Vocabulary

    • Describe
    • Word relationships
    • Nuances
    • Opposites
    • Distinguishing
    • Shades of meaning
    • Similar words
    • Related words

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • Word relationships and nuances in word meanings.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • Describe how the meaning of words are alike or different.
    • Describe the nuances of words that have different shades of meaning (example: happy vs. ecstatic).

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • Writers and speakers should carefully select words to convey specific meanings, ideas, and relationships.
    • Words have relationships with others and that words have subtle differences that can be distinguished within text.
    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Interactive/Game

    Resource Provider

    Arcademics
    Accessibility
    License

    License Type

    Custom
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