Word Aware 1 is aimed at primary aged children from 5-11.
Well developed vocabulary is required to:
- Understand concepts in subjects such as maths and science
- Develop reading comprehension
- Write expressively
- Succeed academically and in life
The National Curriculum states: ‘Pupils’ acquisition and command of vocabulary are key to their learning and progress across the whole curriculum. Teachers should therefore develop vocabulary actively, building systematically on pupils’ current knowledge.’ This course guides participants through that systematic approach.
Spoken vocabulary at five impacts on reading comprehension at fifteen years of age. Yet children from the poorest 20% are already a year behind with spoken vocabulary by 5. There are many children in our classrooms who need support.
Word Aware is a structured whole school approach to promote the vocabulary development of all children. Focussed on whole class learning, the approach is of particular value for those who start at a disadvantage – including children with Special Educational Needs and those who speak English as an additional language. This approach is full of practical and inspiring ideas that can be easily applied by busy classroom practitioners to develop both spoken and written vocabulary.
The Word Aware approach works through 3 stages to develop effective word learners:
The Routledge Speechmark website has downloadable resources that accompany the book. You need to own a copy of the book and have it handy, in order to login. Click on ‘Sign in or Request access’. Then ‘Request access’.
Lift Lessons
We are working in pertnership with Lift Lessons. They have developed amazing videos on science concepts for 6-14 year olds. A great resource.
Amazon reviews for ‘Word Aware’
If you’re serious about improving the vocabulary of the children in your classroom, school, or even your home, then this book is an absolute fundamental. Packed with strategies, games, activities, and resources, whilst underpinned by theory. This book advocates a whole-school approach, where words are celebrated and are the subject of enjoyment. The Word Aware method is clearly outlined, and easy to follow with lots of examples alongside.
This is now up there with the most essential of my teaching books.”
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