Grades 2–3
Synonyms Match
Join eight pairs of words that mean the same, like big and large, then write a sentence with one pair.
Classroom activity · Matching and memory games
Animal Homes Match
Bird to nest, bee to hive, beaver to lodge: draw a line from each of eight animals to the home it lives in.
- Grade level
- Grades 1–2
- Time
- About 15 minutes
- Answer key
- Yes, page 2 of the PDF
- Kids practice
- Memory, Matching, Taking turns
What kids do
“Where does each animal live? Draw a line from the animal to its home.”
Words on this sheet
birdnestbeedenspideranthillbearlodgerabbitwebanthivebeaverburrowhorsestable
Teacher tip
Show pictures of each animal home before kids match them.
How to use it
- Store each set in a labeled bag or envelope.
- Start with fewer cards for younger players.
- Slide it into a sheet protector so kids can play again with a dry-erase marker.
Watch for
Kids who do not wait their turn. Practice the routine first.
Talk about it
- What strategy would you use next time?
- What was the trickiest part? How did you get past it?
Take it further
Play it as a quick whole-class game on the board.
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