Help students keep track of new words that they are learning by having them record new words they encounter in a vocabulary journal. Students can use three-ring binders or spiral notebooks depending on teacher choice. In each notebook, divide the page into columns and have students record the word along with other noteworthy characteristics about the word. For example, some things you might have students record about each word are: the sentence where the word was found, the page and text source where they found the word, a prediction about what they think the word means from the context, a definition put into their own words and even a picture to help them remember the new word. Students can review their words with peers periodically and even feature them on a “new words” board in the classroom.