Grade 2

Small meaning clues in everyday lines

Use tiny everyday lines to notice clue words that help children understand the full idea quickly.

Category: Small Words 8 min Growing
Aa Tap Say Read

Pause at the clue word and ask what it tells us: colour, place, time, or action.

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The wet umbrella is near the door.

meaning clue

Ask what clue tells us about the weather.

Example: The umbrella is wet.

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The yellow cup is on the shelf.

meaning clue

Use colour and place clues together.

Example: The yellow cup is on the shelf.

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We ate mango after lunch.

time clue

Ask which word gives the time clue.

Example: After lunch tells the time.

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