Description

Dictionary Skills Activities Grade 3 for Google Classroom Digital Resources

Help your 3rd graders build essential dictionary skills with these engaging, interactive activities! Designed for digital classrooms, this resource makes learning how to use a dictionary fun and hands-on while strengthening vocabulary and reference skills.

Perfect for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent practice, this resource helps students navigate guide words, find definitions, and understand word meanings in an interactive and engaging way!

What Digital Dictionary Skills Activities are Included?

This product includes:

• Drag & drop: match the vocabulary word to the specific text feature on a a dictionary page example (where entry words, guide words, and definitions are located)
• Short answer: 2 pages practicing multiple meanings
• Short answer: 3 Guide words practice pages
• Short answer: 12 Dictionary search pages
• Short answer: 4 Alphabetical order pages

What Do I Receive?

• A PDF containing a direct link to the Google Slides™ resource.
• An answer key to ensure quick and accurate grading.

Why do Teachers Love these Dictionary Skills Activities?

• Time-Saving: Ready-to-use dictionary skills activities—no prep required!
• Engaging: Interactive exercises like word hunts, guide word practice, and sorting tasks keep students actively involved.
• Versatile: Works with Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, Edmodo, Microsoft Teams, or as a downloadable PowerPoint.
• Standards-Aligned: Supports 3rd-grade vocabulary development and reference skills.

Why Will Your Students Love these Dictionary Skills Activities?

• Interactive & Engaging – Turns dictionary skills practice into a fun, game-like experience.
• Hands-On Learning – Encourages active exploration of guide words, definitions, and word meanings instead of passive worksheets.
• Built-In Fun – Makes learning how to use a dictionary more accessible and enjoyable for students.Students will stay engaged while building essential reading strategies skills in a meaningful way!

What Do I Need?

• Devices: Works seamlessly on laptops, Chromebooks, and iPads (Google Slides app recommended for iPads).
• Google Account: Access the activities easily with Google Slides.