Thursday, April 11, 2013 Third Grade News
The following are the spelling words for the test on Friday, 4-19-13. The words this week are homophones. Homophones are words that sound alike but that are spelled differently and have different meanings.
to too two their there theyre
week weak our hour
stair stare flour flower
write right new knew
weather whether
The following are the vocabulary words and definitions as used in the story.
admire to look at with wonder, pleasure, and approval
custom an old or popular way of doing things
famous very well known; noted
mention to tell or speak about something
overnight during the night
popular liked by most people
public of or for everyone; belonging to the people
twist a braid formed by weaving together three or more strands of hair, ribbon, or yarn
heritage the culture and customs you get from history and family who lived before you
patient being able to wait calmly without getting anxious or upset
traditions things that you and your family do as part of your culture and customs
