ABSTRACT
The teacher can introduce the game to large groups. When working without the teacher, two or three children can play together, taking it in turn to be the Question Master. Materials Identical dictionaries for each member of the group. Pencil and paper. Procedure First make sure that everyone understands how to find the head words (target words). They are usually printed in bold characters. The Question Master writes down a word for the players to locate. When playing in a group, the players write down the word and the page number. Those who locate it first help the rest to find the word. When only two players are involved, writing down is less necessary. Progression If the dictionary has ‘catch-words’ printed at the top of each page, indicating the first or first and last words on the page, these are a good starting point. Words near the top of the page, and in the first column of a double-column page, are easiest to find. Variations Find the first word beginning with…. What word comes after ——? Find the word beginning ho…meaning an animal you can ride on. What page is it on?
