Description

Author :  Jenny Aston
Sunshine Books International (CAN) Limited , 1997
65 pages, b/w, soft cover, bound
ISBN 0-959-7734-7-9

Grades : JK-4
Concepts :  Spelling, words, reading, vocabulary, dictionary, word lists, word categories
Subject :  Language

CSC Evaluation

Curriculum Correlation
My Dictionary is a useful resource for students in grades 1 to 4 to support their personal writing, spelling consciousness, and word knowledge in Language Arts and in other subject areas.

Content
This write-in resource contains basic word lists, presented alphabetically with space provided for students to expand and personalize the lists as they read and write in many subject areas. There are also word lists categorized into common usage words such as animals, games, toys, and clothing.

Methodology
The book provides sufficient structure to guide young learners as they learn vocabulary and spelling skills while allowing them to include words that support their personal oral and written communication.

Assessment
Not applicable for this resource.

Format
The font size and style used in presenting the word lists are appropriate for the audience. The categorized lists at the back of the book are easily accessible to young learners.

Bias
The word lists reflect the diverse nature of Canadian society.

Review Recommendation
My Dictionary is recommended as a tool to support learning and use of language in grade 1-4 in Canadian schools.