Academic vocabulary is very important. The correct term helps us be more specific and descriptive when talking and writing. It also helps us understand informational texts. Knowing academic vocabulary also helps us perform better on tests especially NWEA and M-Step. The kids get very excited when they see our vocabulary in other places such as books, websites, and tests! They often exclaim. “Hey, that’s our math word (or science, or social studies)!” or “Hey, that word was on MyOn!”
Here’s a quick snapshot of students using our academic Word Wall in our classroom to complete an activity today.