| Tier 2 Word: rehearse |
| Contextualize the word as it is used in the story |
"While she worked, the actors rehearsed on stage.
The next day was the big dress rehearsal for the play."
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| Explain the meaning student-friendly definition) |
To rehearse means to practice something you will perform for others. If the actors in the story are rehearsing for a play, it means they are practicing and preparing for the performance. The dress rehearsal for a play is the very last practice for the play before the performance. |
| Students repeat the word |
Say the word rehearse with me: rehearse. |
| Teacher gives examples of the word in other contexts |
If I’m going to perform in a dance competition, I will make sure to rehearse my steps. If you are presenting a project in front of class, you should rehearse what you are going to say. |
| Students provide examples |
Can you give an example of a time when you might need to rehearse? Start by saying, “I might need to rehearse if ___________________.” |
| Students repeat the word again. |
What word are we talking about? rehearse |
| Additional Vocabulary Words |
set (of a play), disaster |
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