This interactive synonym digital activity helps students practice identifying words with similar meanings in a fun, engaging way. Each card asks students to select the correct synonym from multiple options. With every correct answer, a piece of the mystery picture is revealed, keeping learners motivated and excited as they practice important vocabulary and spelling skills.
Perfect for ESL, EFL, and elementary language arts classrooms, this deck strengthens comprehension by helping students recognize subtle differences in meaning while expanding their vocabulary knowledge. Teachers love using these synonym cards for centers, small groups, test prep, and independent practice.
What’s Included:
- 2 mystery pictures to reveal
- 40 Boom Cards™ with synonym word pairs
- High-frequency vocabulary words suitable for ELL and elementary learners
- Self-grading format with instant feedback
Example Synonym Pairs:
- sad / unhappy
- large / big
- tiny / small
- hard / difficult
- cry / weep
- gift / present
- start / begin
- pretty / beautiful
- tired / sleepy
- select / choose
Why Teachers Love Boom Cards™
- Paperless and no prep – ready to assign instantly
- Self-grading – saves time and provides immediate feedback
- Interactive gameplay – keeps students engaged while learning
- Works on laptops, tablets, Chromebooks, iPads, and Smart Boards
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Pair It With:
For even more vocabulary practice, pair this synonym set with the Antonym Opposites Mystery Picture Boom Cards™ from Hot Chocolate Teachables. Together, they provide a complete set of engaging word relationship activities for your classroom.
Technical Info:
To use Boom Cards™, you must have an internet connection. They work in modern browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge) and via the Boom Learning app for Android, iPads, iPhones, and Kindle Fires. Teachers can assign decks using “Fast Pins” (no login required). A free trial of Boom Learning Premium is available for new users. Learn more: Boom Learning Trial.
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