Blank Vocabulary Passage Worksheets

Related ELA Standard: L

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One of the best ways to teach students anything is to just throw them in. If it were a pool, you would not bother throwing them in the swallow end, deep end- all the way. When we are focused on helping students to learn new vocabulary a great way to do that is to present them with reading passages that are missing a good amount of context driven terms that would normally be present. This technique not only can help students build their vocabulary word bank, also help them become more fluent and proficient readers. This selection of worksheets goes the extra mile and does all that it can to vacuum a series of vocabulary words from the students. In the end, we feel you will really appreciate what we have put together for you. We have many teachers tout this section often on their classroom websites.

Blank Vocabulary Passage Worksheets:

Kindergarten - Spring terms are missing for this reading level.

First Grade - We move to series of complementary sentences that form a paragraph.

Second Grade - Use the words to fill in the blanks in the passage.

Third Grade - The term "persuade" always give students some trouble, I find in my experience.

Fourth Grade - Use the words to complete the passage.

5th Grade - A synonym is provided for each bold word. Read the bold words and their synomyms. Then use the bold words to fill in the blanks in the passage.

6th Grade - This passage explores the signs of a possible catastrophe.

7th Grade - This is a formidable worksheet for students.

8th Grade - This takes a look at a day in math class.

9th Grade - This high school passage gets a bit more detailed.

10th Grade - Students will need to use the context and in some sections two words may even fit.

11th Grade - Use the correct form of each set of words below to complete the passage.

12th Grade - Understanding tense will be important here.

Middle School - This works great for a mixture of middle level terms.

High School - This is a more term driving series.

How to Bolster Your Vocabulary

Improving your vocabulary can help you in work, school, and socially. You can benefit from building your vocabulary to improve your writing and speaking skills. The English language is vast and is full of synonyms, homophones, and more to make it confusing. A strong vocabulary can help you improve your communication skills and bolster your confidence in any situation.


There are many strategies to improve your English vocabulary, which we will discuss in this article. Let's get started!


Read Daily - The best way to improve your vocabulary is to read. Adopting a reading habit can increase your exposure to new words and how they are used. This is more beneficial than reading and memorizing a vocabulary list.


Reading is a natural way of learning as you can grasp the word's overall meaning from the sentence and situation the writer uses the word in. Initially, you can read illustrated books or blog posts about your interests and hobbies to learn new words.


Get a Dictionary - You can significantly expand your vocabulary by using a dictionary for 15 minutes daily. A dictionary is the only resource to find the definition, use, example, and meaning of a word. You can also use a thesaurus to find a connection between words and their similarities and opposites.


Dictionaries are also available online, so you don't have to buy a physical one that will take up space in your home. Look up the meaning of a new word whenever you read or hear it and mark it so you can review it later.


Write Regularly - You can build your vocabulary quickly and smoothly if you write, memorize, and learn new words. Create a daily diary or write an essay on your interest and hobbies. Try to include the new words that you have learned. This will effectively boost your ability to communicate through writing.


In this new age of remote work and opportunities, having a stronghold over your verbal and written skills can help you greatly in your professional life.


Watch Shows - You might be pleasantly surprised by how much you can learn by watching a movie, TV show, or even other people. This is another way to improve your vocabulary. You can learn new words and see how they are being used in context, along with gestures and other non-verbal cues.


Use New Words - You won't improve your speaking or writing skills if you don't use the new words you learn. The more you use them, the better you can commit them to your memory. Keep a journal, use them in conversation, create sentences, and discuss with friends.


There are many ways to improve and expand your vocabulary. It helps if you have a process and follow a systematic approach to learning new words. You can learn a word a day, use flashcards, play word games, and use them in conversation. You can also replace common words like "try, nice, okay" with more refined words to seem more professional.


As mentioned above, bolstering your vocabulary can help you personally and professionally. Being able to convey your message effectively and appropriately makes you approachable and agreeable.