Play interactive Context Clues games to help your students practise determining the meaning of unknown words in context.
Build Vocabulary Skills with Context Clues Games!
Turn your students into word detectives with interactive Context Clues Games! Designed for upper primary students, our fun Google Slides Context Clues Games challenge learners to use context clues to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words. As they work through the case, students will read sentences, infer word meanings, and grow their vocabulary skills—all while having fun!
Create Word Detectives With Context Clue Games!
In our digital context clue games, students will take on the role of detectives, solving word mysteries by answering multiple-choice questions based on sentence clues. The game includes:
- 24 Questions – Multiple-choice questions
- Real-World Word Challenges – Sentences requiring students to use different context clues (synonyms, antonyms, definitions, and inferences).
- Self-Checking Slides – Instant feedback helps students track their progress and reinforce learning.
With each correct answer, students get closer to cracking the case and mastering context clues!
Download and Play Context Clues Online Games Today!
Our Google Slides Context Clues Online Games are easy to assign and play online, making it a perfect no-prep resource for digital learning, literacy centres, or independent practise. Simply click the download button, assign through Google Classroom, and watch your students play context clues games online!
This resource was created by Lauren Borst, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.
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