English Mastery

Working Out Words in a Fact Text

Pupils read an information text and work out what a new word means from the words around it (vocabulary in context).

English MasterybeginnerAges 7+20 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Read an information text.
  • Work out what a new word means from the text.
  • Use the clues around the word.

Core concept summaries

Key IdeasThe TextWorking Out a Word

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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Working Out Words in a Fact Text | 11+ Topic Summary | NeurofiED