The document provides instructions for creating a vocabulary wheel that defines and illustrates a given word. Students are directed to write the vocabulary word, its definition, a synonym and antonym, a sample sentence, and a personal connection to the word on sections of a wheel graphic. They are also tasked with drawing an icon to represent the word's meaning and designing the overall wheel to reflect the word.
1. Directions:
1. Write the vocabulary word in
Given to asking the rectangle. Make sure to put
a dot between each syllable (ie:
question; eager syl*la*ble)
2. Write the definition in the
for knowledge DEFINITION triangle. (You
can use the one from your
notes.)
quizzical indifferent 3. Write a synonym (words that
are the same) and antonym
(words that are the opposite)
4. Write a complete sentence in
the SENTENCE section
inquisitive
showing the meaning of the
word.
5. CONNECTION: Make a
connection to the word. How
The inquisitive boy My parents can be do or would you use the word
in your life?
constantly asks his inquisitive. They 6. Create an icon (symbol) that
shows what the word means.
mom questions ask questions slowly.
about animals.
7. Design your wheel to reflect
about school. your word, for instance, if your
word is SAD don’t put flowers
and hearts on it.
8. Cut out your wheel
9. Put your name date and period
on the back.