Understanding English Vocabulary

ISBN: 9780721712949
Product description for parents
Understanding English is a series of topic-based study books for children in Key Stage 2, providing rigorous practice of key subject areas. Each topic contains a concise summary of the information, making the series ideal for use as preparation for the Key Stage 2 English grammar, punctuation and spelling test. Each book is a stand-alone resource, so children can either work through them in order or focus on individual aspects of the subject. Together, the eight books support the whole of the Key Stage 2 English curriculum, providing a solid foundation for success in English.

Vocabulary meets the requirements for Key Stage 2 English, and covers the following areas: verbs and adverbs, nouns, adjectives, using a dictionary, onomatopoeia, synonyms, antonyms, word origins, homographs, formal and technical words, idioms and similes. The book also explains how readers and writers can increase their understanding of words and their interest in them.

Key features of Understanding English include:
an ‘Explanation’ to introduce each topic
activities to consolidate and revise knowledge and skills
thought-provoking facts to foster a love of learning
‘Now you try’ activities to develop children’s understanding of English outside the classroom.
Answers are provided at the back of the book.

Suitable for: Key Stage 2 level for ages 7 to 11
Pages 48