Personalized Dictionary vs. Interesting Words

It seems like in every elementary classroom I walk into students have some form of  personal dictionary that they use. I wanted to create a matching product, again to create cohesion in the classroom but then I got to thinking.....

The term "My Personal Dictionary" does not match the vocabulary in my classroom. This bothered me as working with ELL/ESS students consistency is the key to success.

I had already created this item for use in my classroom and it is available in my store:

But I wanted something that fit the language of my room. So I updated it. 

Why did I choose interesting words? I think this better conveys to my students the purpose of this item. This is their book to use. The words inside are ones they should be using in their writing and conversations. These are the words they are learning to spell and read. These words remind them of personal memories.

By using interesting words I am conveying to my students that each of us has our own unique perspective and we are each right! What is interesting to me may be boring to you and that is okay. The word dictionary creates a mental vision of boredom. I want my students awake and excited to use these words!

When I partnered up with Melonheadz Illustrating, I knew that I would want "My Interesting Words" to match our new line of products.

I LOVE how this came out! I decided to give you all lots of options in one package. Color or black and white. My Personal Dictionary or My Interesting Words. The option is yours! This packet has over 50 pages included!

Best of all.... it matches ALL of my "learn to read" materials. At last..... the language and the products are consistent. I can't wait to show you what else I created.

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