Overview
The Knowsys Vocabulary Builder Program
Learn vocabulary in a way that leads to long-term mastery!
Based on leading research on vocabulary and learning
Teaches vital Academic Vocabulary required to perform well on tests, in college, and in the workplace
“This program works!
Knowsys provides us with a consistent vocab program throughout English classes from middle school through high school: standard, easy-to-remember definitions, a wealth and variety of activities, & research-based teaching strategies that deliver outstanding results.”
A Research-Based Academic Vocabulary Builder Program
Aligned with TEKS Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
Aligned with
Common Core ELA Standards
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Research-Based System
Vertically-aligned from Level 6 - Level 12
A complete system of cards and activities to foster mastery
The Knowsys System introduces 10 words per week
Knowsys organizes the words thematically to facilitate memorization
Activities are timed to teach efficiency and timed test-taking skills
The Vocabulary Builder System: Curriculum for The Classroom
Short daily activities
(5 to 10 minutes a day)
Matching
Crossword Puzzles
Synonyms
Antonyms
Oddball Identification
Analogies
True or False
Fill in the Blanks
Short Answer
Short Passages
Narratives
Writing Prompts
SAT-Style Sentence Completion quizzes
Diagnostic Testing
Pre-Test and Post-Test
Six Weeks Exams
Diagnostic Analysis
Teacher Resources
All activities are available online to print or project
Tiered for differentiation
Teacher Training
Professional development with a Knowsys expert
Best practices for incorporating direct vocab instruction
Hands-on modeling
Meaningful Interaction
Multiple exposures engage students in discussions about the vocabulary words
Activities are cumulative so students continually work with words from prior groups
Activities use words in all their various forms to enhance depth of understanding and mastery of use
“The students love it!
I just wanted to let you know how much the kids love the Knowsys vocabulary cards and lessons. The activities are wonderful and take them through the different levels of thinking and learning!”
Vocabulary Builder Program Elements
Teacher Resources
Box Sets of Flashcards
iTunes and Android Flashcards
Activities
eBook for
iPad & Mac
Vocabulary Builder Teacher Resources
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Go to Vocabulary Activities in iBook Format.
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