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Build Context Clues and Vocabulary With a Free Build a Mystery Word

Students need a variety of practice to develop their context clues skills, build their vocabulary, and engage with words, but schools typically stop these experiences after 2nd grade. My upper elementary kiddos (and their teachers) love to Build a Mystery Word! 
Word Work for Big Kids Freebie alert! Need challenging and engaging activities for Upper Elementary students working on words? The Build A Mystery Word set is a great way to get your students actively manipulating letters to create new words while practicing context clues, dictionary skills, and boosting their vocabulary.

Build a Mystery Word allows my students to practice phonics, spelling, context clues, dictionary skills, and critical thinking. Take a peek:




At the request of an amazing 4th grade teacher friend, I created a new set using the words kindness, respect, and honesty. This is a free download from my TPT store. Click on the picture to snag your free copy at my TPT store.
Word Work for Big Kids Freebie alert! Need challenging and engaging activities for Upper Elementary students working on words? The Build A Mystery Word set is a great way to get your students actively manipulating letters to create new words while practicing context clues, dictionary skills, and boosting their vocabulary.

Happy Teaching, y'all!

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