Phonics: Lesson 4 - Using Context Clues and Reading Accountable Text

Today, you will read a connected text and use context clues to determine word meanings.

First, let’s review the different kinds of context clues.

Context clues are clues that good readers use to find the meaning of unknown words.

Context Clues Poster

arctic meltdown passage

Interactive

Instructions: Drag the words into the correct boxes to complete each sentence.

Assignment

In the discussion post, determine the context clues used to figuring out the meaning of the underlined word.

Polar bears and other animals dependent upon sea ice are in danger, according to scientists.

Click "Next" to respond to the discussion post.

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