Heteronyms – One Word, Two Meanings and Two Sounds

by Elementary Heart

Price: 450 points or $4.5 USD

Subjects: ela,elaLanguage,vocabAcquisitionAndUse

Grades: 3,4

Description: Help students explore the fascinating world of heteronyms, words that are spelled the same but have different meanings and pronunciations, with this interactive Boom Cards set. Designed for Grades 3–5, this resource makes it easy for learners to distinguish meaning based on sound and context. Each slide features: Two illustrated definitions for a heteronym pair Audio support for both pronunciations Drag-and-drop interaction to match the spoken word to the correct image Clear visual cues to support meaning recognition This deck covers the following heteronyms: invalid, desert, minute, bow, perfect, refuse, sow, tear, wind, present, lead, row, bass, excuse, dove, produce, convict, project, close, separate Students will: Listen to both pronunciations of each word Match the spoken version to its correct meaning using visuals Build confidence in identifying and using heteronyms correctly in speech and writing What’s included: 20 interactive Boom Cards (1 per word pair) Audio clips for both meanings of each heteronym Accessible design with alt text for screen reader support Self-checking format with instant feedback Perfect for: Grammar mini-lessons Vocabulary enrichment Independent practice ESL support Small group instruction