Word Borders

This academic vocabulary worksheet supports students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 as they strengthen word meaning, reading comprehension, sentence construction, and understanding of key civics concepts. By matching immigration-related terms to their correct definitions and then applying selected words in original sentences, students build confidence with domain-specific language essential for social studies and citizenship learning.

Learning Goals

• Immigration Vocabulary (Grades 4-6) – Identify and understand key terms such as quota, citizenship, and naturalization.
• Word Meaning in Context – Match academic terms to accurate definitions to reinforce precise understanding.
• Civics Understanding – Connect vocabulary to legal concepts related to immigration and citizenship.
• Sentence Writing Practice – Apply new vocabulary by using words correctly in original sentences.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with upper elementary ELA, social studies, and civics standards.
• Clear Matching Format – Supports quick comprehension checks and accurate vocabulary recognition.
• Context Application Included – Sentence-writing component reinforces deeper understanding beyond memorization.
• Flexible Use – Ideal for vocabulary lessons, review activities, independent practice, or assessment.

This printable worksheet helps students master essential immigration and civics vocabulary through meaningful practice and application. By combining definition matching with sentence construction, learners improve comprehension, writing clarity, and academic language use. It’s a simple, no-prep resource that works well in both classroom instruction and homeschool learning while supporting long-term vocabulary development.

This worksheet is part of our Immigration and Ellis Island collection.