Letters from the Lighthouse - Session 17 - Word Workshop

The "Letters from the Lighthouse - Session 17 - Word Workshop" is an educational activity designed to enhance vocabulary skills among KS2 students. This workshop encourages learners to explore various aspects of words, including their meanings, usage in sentences, modifications through prefixes or suffixes, and understanding of synonyms and antonyms. For example, students might examine the word 'honest,' identifying its word class, using it in a sentence, and then exploring its synonyms like 'truthful,' and antonyms such as 'deceitful.' The activity is structured to stimulate critical thinking about language and improve students' grasp of English grammar and semantics.

Each session of the Word Workshop focuses on a different set of words, guiding students through exercises that help them understand how words can be transformed and related to others with similar or opposite meanings. Words such as 'prefer,' 'specific,' 'decent,' and 'exclamation' are dissected to reveal their nuances and applications. Through this process, students learn to modify words to fit different contexts, recognize the richness of the English language, and develop a more sophisticated vocabulary. The workshop is a valuable tool for enhancing communication skills and fostering a love for the intricacies of language.