Luella Elementary’s

Word of the Week

For September 22 - 26, 2014

Demonstrate

One definition for demonstrate is - To show someone how to do something by doing it yourself. Have you ever had to teach a friend something new? Did you demonstrate how to do it?

.Another definition for demonstrate is

To describe, explain, or illustrate by using examples or evidence.

Wait a minute! I’ve heard those words before….describe, explain. If I demonstrate my knowledge of something I will most likely describe and explain also. .

I found several definitions for the word demonstrate. Did you find more than one meaning?

In order to demonstrate, you have to apply what you have learned. How did you demonstrate what you learned this week? 

The Word of the Week has been demonstrate. You may also have heard the words demonstrated or demonstration.

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