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Shades of Meaning Words - States of Mind Game

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  • L.3.5.C
  • L.3.5
  • L.3.5.B
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ABOUT SHADES OF MEANING WORDS - STATES OF MIND GAME

This engaging interactive activity helps third-grade students master the subtle differences between words that describe states of mind and degrees of certainty. Students will explore how words like 'knew,' 'believed,' 'suspected,' and 'wondered' convey different levels of confidence and mental states.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Through this differentiated digital game, students will:
- Distinguish between similar words expressing mental states
- Understand degrees of certainty in vocabulary
- Apply context clues to select appropriate word choices
- Build vocabulary comprehension skills

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vocabulary development, shades of meaning, states of mind, certainty words, context clues, word choice, language arts game, interactive quiz, digital learning, vocabulary practice, grade 3 language

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  • • Interactive curriculum
  • • Self-paced gaming
  • • Engaging practice

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Common Core Standards Covered

L.3.5
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships and nuances in word meanings.
L.3.5.b
Identify real-life connections between words and their use (e.g., describe people who are friendly or helpful).
L.3.5.c
Distinguish shades of meaning among related words that describe states of mind or degrees of certainty (e.g., knew, believed, suspected, heard, wondered).

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