Choose the synonym

Key Notes :

Introduction to Synonyms

• Definition: Explain that synonyms are words that have the same or similar meanings.
• Examples: Use basic words they know, such as “happy” and “joyful,” “big” and “large,” or “fast” and “quick.”

Importance of Synonyms

• Enhance Vocabulary: Using different words with the same meaning helps make language more interesting.
• Better Communication: Knowing synonyms helps them express themselves more clearly and accurately.

Simple Activities to Recognize Synonyms

• Matching Games: Use flashcards with words and their synonyms, and have students match them.
• Picture Association: Show pictures and ask students to choose a synonym that describes the image.

Using Context Clues

• Teach students to use the context of a sentence to figure out which word could be a synonym. For example, “The cat is small, not big.”

Practice with Common Synonyms

• Provide a list of simple, common synonyms that are relevant to their everyday experiences:
  • Happy – Glad
  • Sad – Unhappy
  • Cold – Chilly
  • Hot – Warm
  • Fast – Quick

let’s practice!