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4th SW Vocabulary
4th Six Weeks Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| craft | the special skills and careful choices an author uses to tell a story or share information effectively |
| context | the background story or clues that help you understand what something means |
| literary device | a special trick or tool an author uses in a story or poem to make it more fun, exciting, and interesting, helping readers picture things, feel emotions, or understand deeper meanings, such as using "like" or "as" for a simile |
| genre | a category or a type of story (or book, movie, song) that tells you what to expect |
| dramatization | turning a story or idea into a pretend play or skit, where you act out what happens with big movements and feelings |
| techniques | a special or clever way to do something well |
| develop | to grow or change into something more advanced, bigger, or better over time |
| contribute | to give your part, such as your time, ideas, or effort; to help make something better or bigger; help |
| cultural | the shared way of life, traditions, and beliefs that make a group of people special, including their language, food, clothes, stories, and celebrations |
| thematic | something is about a big idea or message in a story, like "bravery" or "friendship," not just what happens |
| impact | A powerful result or influence, like a hero having a big impact on your dreams. |