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Focused Science Practice

Atmosphere (ELL)

Practice atmosphere vocabulary with ELL-friendly definitions. Pair Tier 3 words with pictures and keep verbs simple: move, change, collect, go.

Standards

This vocabulary is written to support WIDA's Standard 4 (Science) English Language Development standard.

This focused set may include extension vocabulary. Use the science unit linked above for the current course word list and grade placement.

Beginner ELL Core Idea

  • Air surrounds Earth and changes.
  • Air pushes and moves.
  • Heat makes air rise. Cool air falls.
  • Weather happens in the troposphere.

Spelling (Listen + Type)

Hear each atmosphere word and practice spelling it.

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Vocabulary Match

Match atmosphere words to their meanings.

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Flashcards

Flip through atmosphere terms and definitions.

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Drag-and-Drop Match-Up

Drag each term onto the correct definition.

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Multiple Choice Quiz

Choose the correct definition for each word.

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Type the Term

Read a definition and type the matching word.

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Speaking Cards

Practice saying each word with sentence starters.

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Group Sort

Sort atmosphere words into categories.

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Order the Atmosphere

Put the atmosphere layers in order from ground to space.

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Study Guide

All terms and meanings in one table.

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All-in-One (Legacy)

Everything on one page (combined view).

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