Visuals

Sixth Grade Language Arts Competency Goal 6: The learner will apply conventions of grammar and language usage. 6.01 Demonstrate an understanding of conventional written and spoken expression by:
 * determining the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary words by using context clues, a dictionary, a glossary, a thesaurus, and/or structural analysis (roots, prefixes, suffixes) of words.
 * extending vocabulary knowledge by learning and using new words.

Lexipedia Visual Thesaurus  []

Advantages: Free. Assists visual learners with vocabulary, new words and relationships among words. Disadvantages: Requires an internet connection. Other resources have more options, but charge a fee.

Using the Lexipedia Visual Thesaurus in the classroom will allow students, especially visual learners, to explore vocabulary and word relationships in a unique way. The visual resources provide students with active and student centered learning.

Visuals are especially effective to support the learning of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Other Resources - great for brainstorming also:

Wallwisher  [] Corkboard Me  [] <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 20px;">Bubbl.Us [] <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 20px;">Lightweight Visual Thesaurus <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 20px;"> [] <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 24px;">