👩‍🏫 Teacher’s Guide

Objective
Students will apply heteronyms using the examples and practice below.

Vocabulary
example, explain

Teaching Notes

• Model one response, then ask students to work independently and explain their choices with specific words or evidence.
• Teach the rule, discuss the worked example, and cover answers during practice.
• Use incorrect responses to identify which part of the rule needs another example.
• Allow approximately 25–35 minutes, including discussion and independent practice.

🧒 Student Worksheet

Concept and Helping Material

Big Idea
Heteronyms have the same spelling but different pronunciations and meanings.

Read: I will lead the group. The pipe contains lead.

Lead rhymes with seed when it means guide; lead rhymes with bed when it names the metal.

Vocabulary and Definition

• — a model that shows an idea
• — tell how or why

Words to Learn

example, explain

Sentences to Fill In

1. The term for a model that shows an idea is ____.
2. The term for tell how or why is ____.

Think & Respond Q&A

1. How is lead pronounced when it means guide?
2. How is lead pronounced when it names a metal?
3. Which meaning fits "She will lead the team"?
4. Why must you read the whole sentence?

Hands-On Experiment or Activities

Write a short paragraph applying the skill. Underline your evidence or target words and explain one choice.

Reflection

• Explain one thing you learned.
• Write a short paragraph applying the skill. Underline your evidence or target words and explain one choice.