Another great way to engage your students is by creating a storyboard that uses vocabulary from, Henry and Mudge.
In this activity, students demonstrate their understanding of vocabulary words using sentences and corresponding images. Students may be provided the vocabulary words, or they can use words that they have discovered through their reading of the text. The sentences and images validate the understanding of the word and the context that it was used in the novel.
Here are some ways to help your students find the meaning of the vocabulary words they choose:
1. Use context clues: sometimes you can figure out the meaning of a word by reading the sentences that come before and after the unknown word.
2. Sometimes, the author may tell the definition of the word right in the same sentence or in the following sentence.
3. Picture clues may help define an unknown word.
4. Look at the unknown word and look for parts you may know. Sometimes a new ending or beginning has been added or changed.
5. Use a dictionary or glossary.
Here is a list of a few vocabulary words commonly taught with the story:
v. to give into anxiety; to be concerned about
”When he walked he used to worry about tornadoes, ghosts, biting dogs, and bullies."
n. a small, narrow river
”The birds flew past as he stood beside a stream, calling and calling."
adj. sad because one has no friends or company
”And Mudge woke up from his lonely sleep, then came running."
Other vocabulary words that can be used are: floppy, weighed, drooled, bullies, milky, soapy, sniffing, whined, shone, empty, and silent.
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Use This Assignment With My Students", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Demonstrate your understanding of the vocabulary words in Henry and Mudge by creating visualizations.
Grade Level 2-3
Difficulty Level 3 (Developing to Mastery)
Type of Assignment Individual
Type of Activity: Visual Vocabulary Boards
Common Core Standards
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Word 1 - Sentence | Vocabulary word is used correctly in the example sentence in both meaning and context. | The meaning of the sentence can be understood, but the vocabulary word is used awkwardly or in the wrong context. | The vocabulary word is not used correctly in the example sentence. |
| Word 1 - Visualization | The storyboard cell clearly illustrates the meaning of the vocabulary word. | The storyboard cell relates to the meaning of the vocabulary word, but is difficult to understand. | The storyboard cell does not clearly relate to the meaning of the vocabulary word. |
| Word 2 - Sentence | Vocabulary word is used correctly in the example sentence in both meaning and context. | The meaning of the sentence can be understood, but the vocabulary word is used awkwardly or in the wrong context. | The vocabulary word is not used correctly in the example sentence. |
| Word 2 - Visualization | The storyboard cell clearly illustrates the meaning of the vocabulary word. | The storyboard cell relates to the meaning of the vocabulary word, but is difficult to understand. | The storyboard cell does not clearly relate to the meaning of the vocabulary word. |
| Word 3 - Sentence | Vocabulary word is used correctly in the example sentence in both meaning and context. | The meaning of the sentence can be understood, but the vocabulary word is used awkwardly or in the wrong context. | The vocabulary word is not used correctly in the example sentence. |
| Word 3 - Visualization | The storyboard cell clearly illustrates the meaning of the vocabulary word. | The storyboard cell relates to the meaning of the vocabulary word, but is difficult to understand. | The storyboard cell does not clearly relate to the meaning of the vocabulary word. |
