English Language Arts6-8
Beastly Vocabulary Chart for Grade 8 Readers
By Eva T.
A fillable vocabulary chart with nine words drawn from Chapters 1–3 of Alex Flinn's novel *Beastly*, where students write a context-based definition and sketch a symbol for each word. A completed teacher key and sample sentences using each word in context are included on separate pages, making it a practical companion for building vocabulary while reading.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this chart during or immediately after reading Chapters 1–3 of *Beastly*, either as a 20–30 minute independent reading check or as a guided whole-class activity where students share their definitions aloud.
- Discussion question: How does Kyle's description of the people around him help you understand what the word "superficial" means in the story?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide the chapter page numbers where each word appears so students can locate the context quickly, and allow them to write a short phrase instead of a full sentence for the definition.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to find one additional word from the chapters that fits the same theme of appearance versus character, then write a definition and symbol for it.
- Estimated time: about 30 minutes for students to complete the chart, plus 10 minutes for a class review using the teacher key.
English Language Arts6-8
Beastly Vocabulary Chart for Grade 8 Readers
By Eva T.
A fillable vocabulary chart with nine words drawn from Chapters 1–3 of Alex Flinn's novel *Beastly*, where students write a context-based definition and sketch a symbol for each word. A completed teacher key and sample sentences using each word in context are included on separate pages, making it a practical companion for building vocabulary while reading.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this chart during or immediately after reading Chapters 1–3 of *Beastly*, either as a 20–30 minute independent reading check or as a guided whole-class activity where students share their definitions aloud.
- Discussion question: How does Kyle's description of the people around him help you understand what the word "superficial" means in the story?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide the chapter page numbers where each word appears so students can locate the context quickly, and allow them to write a short phrase instead of a full sentence for the definition.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to find one additional word from the chapters that fits the same theme of appearance versus character, then write a definition and symbol for it.
- Estimated time: about 30 minutes for students to complete the chart, plus 10 minutes for a class review using the teacher key.