Word Wall

Word walls are a great way to help students become familiar with high frequency words or words associated with a specific unit. They are for teachers to refer to when instructing and for students to refer to when writing.

1. Prepare the word wall: find a blank wall in the classroom and divide it into 26 sections, labeling each with the letters of the alphabet.
2. Introduce the word wall
3. Add words to the word wall: Students can suggest words for the word wall. The word is written by a teacher or student on a rectangular card and posted up on the word wall under the appropriate letter. 
4. Use the word wall! Refer to it for a variety of activities and encourage the students to look at it when they are writing and working. 

Source: Tompkins, G. E. (2008). Literacy for the 21^st century: a balanced approach. Pearson

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