Word Aware 3 - Teaching Vocabulary in Small Groups for Ages 6 to 11

Oct 1, 2026

Word Aware 3 is a practical, evidence-based vocabulary teaching resource for children aged 6 to 11 who have vocabulary learning needs. It addresses classroom vocabulary barriers for learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and for children whose home language is not English (ELL/EAL). The book provides easy-to-implement activities and resources for small groups, plus photocopiable and downloadable planning, intervention, evaluation materials, and staff training resources. It also supports adaptations for older students and serves teaching assistants, SENCOs, and speech and language therapists.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages17

Reading Time43 min

AccessFree to download

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Word Aware 3 Overview

Target Learners and Classroom Barriers

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Access Your Online Resources Word Aware 3 is accompanied by a number of printable online materials, indicated by this icon designed to ensure this resource best supports your professional needs. To make maximum use of this resource download the online resources. There are more resources available online than are printed in the book. Activate your online resources: [Go to www.routledge.com/cw/speechmark and](Go to www.routledge.com/cw/speechmark and) click on the cover of this book Click the ‘Sign in or Request Access’ button and follow the instructions in order to access the resources Word Aware 3 is a comprehensive, practical and engaging resource that focuses on teaching vocabulary and word learning skills to children aged 6 to 11 years who have vocabulary learning needs. For many children, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or those whose home language isn’t English (ELL or EAL learners), the vocabulary of the classroom can be a barrier to learning. This book outlines how to best support these children who require extra help, offering concrete, easy-to-implement activities and resources for use in small groups, to maximise the impact on learning and open up access to the curriculum. Word Aware 3 : • Takes a highly practical, evidence-based and curriculum-focused approach to vocabulary learning that supports a broad range of learners • Includes photocopiable and downloadable planning, intervention and evaluation resources • Provides staff training resources and an overview video presented by the authors This book can be used as an adjunct to Word Aware 1, or as an intervention on its own. Although it is most suited to children aged 6 to 11 years, it may be adapted for older students with signifcant learning needs. It is an essential resource for teaching assistants and learning support assistants and will also save time for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (SENCOs) and Speech and Language Therapists (SaLTs) who are keen to establish effective vocabulary interventions. Anna Branagan is a Speech and Language Therapist. In Gloucestershire, Anna works within a Youth Support Team supporting vulnerable young people. In Worcestershire, she works within mainstream schools supporting inclusive practice. Anna trained at Leeds Metropolitan University 25 years ago. She is the co-author of bestselling Speechmark resources Language for Thinking (second edition, 2017), Word Aware 1 (second edition, 2022), Word Aware 2 (2017) and Language for Behaviour and Emotions (2020) . Stephen Parsons is a Speech and Language Therapist, trainer and author of practical language development resources for teachers and Speech and Language Therapists (SaLTs). From 1996–2017, Stephen worked as a Speech and Language Therapy Service Manager in Hackney and the City of London. With over 30 years’ experience in the feld, he is co-author of bestselling Speechmark resources Language for Thinking (second edition, 2017), Word Aware 1 (second edition, 2022), Word Aware 2 (2017) and Language for Behaviour and Emotions (2020). Stephen graduated in Speech Pathology from Flinders University before attaining an MSc in Speech and Language Therapy from City University, London, in 2000. He currently serves as Chair of NAPLIC, the UK association for professionals working with children and young people with developmental language disorder. iv Teaching Vocabulary in Small Groups for Ages 6 to 11 Anna Branagan and Stephen Parsons First published 2022 by Routledge 2 Park Square, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon OX14 4RNand by Routledge 605 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10158 Routledge is an imprint of the Taylor & Francis Group, an informa business © 2022 Anna Branagan and Stephen Parsons The right of Anna Branagan and Stephen Parsons to be identified as authors of this work has been asserted by them in accordance with sections 77 and 78 of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988. All right

FAQs

What age range is Word Aware 3 designed for?

Word Aware 3 focuses on teaching vocabulary and word learning skills for children aged 6 to 11. It can also be adapted for older students with significant learning needs.

Who can benefit from Word Aware 3 besides teachers?

It is an essential resource for teaching assistants and learning support assistants, and it can save time for SENCOs and speech and language therapists who want effective vocabulary interventions.

What online and print resources come with Word Aware 3?

The book includes photocopiable and downloadable planning, intervention and evaluation resources. It also provides staff training resources and an overview video, accessible by activating the online resources through Routledge.

Oct 1, 2026

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