Title Scrabble

Title Scrabble

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Before beginning a reading, write its title on the board and play a modified game of “scrabble” with it: finding as many words within the title as possible. Even a simple title like “Reunion” yields “union,” “run,” and “rein,” etc. Students will also inevitably discuss the title itself, what it means, and what the reading is likely to be about.

 

In this way students are developing their vocabulary as well as preparing for the reading.