Survival Words Vocabulary Worksheets for 4th Grade

What your child practices

Here, 4 worksheets help 4th grade students (Grade 4 in Canada) learn and use Survival Words, with 32 questions in all. Vocabulary is one of the strongest predictors of reading success in upper elementary, and topic word lists help children understand what they read in science and social studies. The set includes Match the Meaning, Fill in the Sentence, Synonyms and Antonyms and Which Word Fits. It is aligned to Common Core L.4.4, which focuses on working out the meaning of unknown words. It also touches L.4.6, learning and using new grade level words. Answer keys sit on page 2 of each PDF, so checking takes seconds. After printing, the online version gives instant feedback and reads each question aloud.

Tips for parents

• Ask for a synonym and an antonym for each new word to deepen understanding.
• Pick three words from the Survival Words list and use them in conversation during the week.
• Cover the definitions and quiz your child, then swap roles so they quiz you.