‘Use dictionary definitions‘

Key Notes :

What is a Dictionary?

A dictionary is a special book that tells us what words mean. 📖

Think of it as a treasure chest full of word secrets! It lists words in ABC order, so it’s easy to find what you’re looking for. ✨

Why Use a Dictionary?

Using a dictionary helps us:

• Learn new words. 🧠
• Understand what words mean. 🤔
• Spell words correctly. ✏️
• Become better readers and writers! ✍️
• Find the word: Look for the word you want to know in the dictionary. Remember it’s in ABC order! 🔤
• Read the definition: The dictionary will tell you what the word means. It might have more than one meaning! 👀
• Look at the example: Some dictionaries give you a sentence that shows how to use the word. 🗣️

Practice Time!

Let’s practice using our dictionary skills!

Instructions: Find the words below in a dictionary and write down what they mean.

1. Happy:
2. Friend:
3. Book:
4. Run:
5. Sun:

Next Steps

Keep practicing using the dictionary! The more you use it, the easier it will become. You’ll be a word expert in no time! 🎉