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August 28, 2008
 
 
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Becoming Naomi Leon

A theme running through all the GSA books is overcoming obstacles.  The first and last pages of this book refer to the biggest problem of Naomi's life.  This book also shares an idea that might be fun to try in your classroom.  It is Naomi's Splendid Word List on page 10. 

Tier Two Word
Page
Student Friendly Definition
bedraggled
1
untidy and dirty
resembled
3
it looks like something else
iota
6
a small amount
sanctuary10
a place of safety
flourish
10
can grow in a healthy way
coincidence
12
happens by chance
contentment
20
satisfaction to the point of happiness
catastrophe
33
an event that causes sudden damage or suffering
recollection
40
trying to remember an event
clutching
41
to grasp tightly
nudged
43
push something gently
elaborately
56
detail design or plan
ambiance
57
the unique atmosphere of a place
amber
62
honey yellow color
impression67
lasting opinion about something
taunted
67
remarks made to get someone angry
unassembled
76
separate parts (of something like a toy or machine) that are not put together yet
cattywampus
79
a slang term for being in disorder
shenanigans
80
secret or dishonest activity
mangled
88
to damage to the point of tearing or crushing it
determination
136
strength of purpose to do something
tropical142
a place hot and humid most of the time
embroidery
169
a decorative stitching
reassure
180
remove any doubts
commending
232
to praise in a formal or official way
compelling
234
really catches your interest
clarified
238
to make it easier to understand.
ecstatic241
a feeling of overwhelming happiness
countenance243
an expression of calm and confidence

(Words written in red occur in several Golden Sower Award books.)

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