In our lessons, we are constantly working on expanding students' vocabulary so that children do not use the same phrases and can express themselves freely.
It is important for us that a child can speak confidently, while using the whole variety of the Russian language. In this article we will tell you how we do it.
Recitations that work better than vocabulary
For younger children, rhythm and play are the shortest way to new words. Counting rhymes, short poems, and repetitive texts are memorized by themselves, without effort.
For example:
- Hush, mice - the cat's on the roof,
- The cat went to get milk,
- And the kittens are tumbling.
- The cat came without milk,
- And the kittens are ha ha ha ha.
The child can repeat this text over and over again without even thinking about the fact that he is «learning». At the same time, words and forms appear in speech that are rarely used in ordinary spoken practice: tumble, roof, quiet..
It is also important that such texts develop a sense of language. The child begins to hear intonation, to catch the rhythm of live speech. And all this happens as if by itself.
Cross-cutting characters and the effect of recognition
Another technique we use all the time is through-characters. These are characters who appear in the lessons again and again and become familiar to the child.
For example, Puss in Boots. Through him we are introduced to words brave, courageous, sword.. These words are memorized not separately, but as part of a story about our hero. The child understands them not through definition, but through meaning.
Older children get acquainted with other characters, such as Mendeleev. With him we talk about chemistry, elements, table, scientific concepts. Even difficult words cease to frighten, because behind them there is an image and a story.
Cross-cutting characters give a sense of coherence - the child feels that the language does not start over in every lesson. He remembers, recognizes, continues. This helps a lot in consolidating vocabulary.
Classics as the foundation of language and culture
Reading classics is one of the most reliable ways to develop thinking and speech. Through books, children train their imagination, memorize how words are spelled, and gradually get a better feel for the author's language. This affects both literacy and the quality of speech.
But it is not only about language. Through literature, a child gets in touch with culture, and culture is a connection with roots and family.
When children read the same works as parents, a common context emerges. Conversations, questions, discussions arise. This brings generations together and creates bonds through culture and language.
Vocabulary is not just the number of words, it is a process in which language has to become alive and understandable.
Counting books help you memorize words easily and with fun. Cross-cutting characters create associations and hold vocabulary in memory. And classic literature connects with culture and roots.
Eventually, words gradually enter speech and begin to be used naturally.
