This is a simple, one-time-prep, kid-friendly reading strategy tool.
When students encounter a new and interesting word, they write it in their word collector! I use mine for our poetry close reads in Grades 1 and 2, but it's good for all ages.
I staple the word collector to the front of the file folder - or if you're using a duotang, keep it as the first page for easy access. It can even go in students' home reading folders. Students love finding interesting words, finding their meanings, sha