Others will be convinced that these aren't words people normally use, even if in fact they've heard them many times before - but didn't remember because there was no meaning attached to the word. . Keep in mind, also, that there is more to developing vocabulary and language comprehension than learning new words. Guidelines Have structure and organization behind the words you present. An advantage to grouping words this way is that it lends itself to individualized instruction. Incorporate multisensory learning from the beginning.
Many students gain a lot if an illustration or demonstration is presented first .
Later, when the word is used or its meaning discussed, they have an image to associate it with, and are more likely to learn from the discussion as well as from the visual presentations. Model the activities first. Demonstrate these activities with vivid, familiar words first. Once you've modeled an activity with a word, do it with student input next, and finally, have the students do it on their own - perhaps in groups before working individually. Most work with vocabulary should be done with the meanings available.