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    Jumpstarters for Synonyms and Antonyms, Grades 4 - 8: Short Daily Warm-ups for the Classroom
    Jumpstarters for Synonyms and Antonyms, Grades 4 - 8: Short Daily Warm-ups for the Classroom
    Jumpstarters for Synonyms and Antonyms, Grades 4 - 8: Short Daily Warm-ups for the Classroom
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    Jumpstarters for Synonyms and Antonyms, Grades 4 - 8: Short Daily Warm-ups for the Classroom

    By Linda Armstrong

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    Foster a love of language with students in grades 4 and up using Jumpstarters for Synonyms and Antonyms: Short Daily Warm-Ups for the Classroom! This 48-page resource helps students recognize and comprehend words in the context of “similar and opposite” to expand vocabulary for better reading and writing skills. It includes five warm-ups per reproducible page, answer keys, and suggestions for use.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCarson-Dellosa Publishing
    Release dateApr 18, 2011
    ISBN9781580379953
    Jumpstarters for Synonyms and Antonyms, Grades 4 - 8: Short Daily Warm-ups for the Classroom
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    Linda Armstrong

    Linda Armstrong has a bachelor of arts degree in English and holds a lifetime California state standard teaching credential. During her 18-year teaching career, she taught third, fifth, and sixth grades and was a language development resource teacher. Currently, Linda writes educational materials and books for children. She lives in Colorado with her husband.

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