Yes Or No

Worksheet Description

The Guide Words worksheet is a straightforward educational activity designed to enhance students’ dictionary skills by identifying whether a list of words would fit within a given alphabetical range.

The worksheet is divided into two sections, each with a pair of guide words at the top: “dear — dire” and “hair — hero.” Students are presented with a series of words aligned in two columns under each guide word pair. Their task is to decide if the word fits alphabetically between the guide words and to indicate their decision by writing “yes” or “no” on the provided lines next to each word. This reinforces their understanding of word order and the concept of alphabetical precedence, essential skills for effective dictionary use.

The selection of words under each guide word pair includes a balanced mix of common and slightly more complex terms, such as “dark,” “double,” “hail,” and “healthy,” providing an inclusive challenge suitable for a range of learning levels.

Completing this worksheet will help students become more adept at using dictionaries, which is a fundamental part of literacy and learning across all academic subjects.