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Odd One Out

Overview

Students listen to groups of words and decide which one is different and why.

Learning Objective
Students identify differences between words and explain their reasoning.

Resources needed

  • None

Lesson stages

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  1. 1 Explain that you will say a group of three or four words.
  2. 2 Tell students that one word is different from the others.
  3. 3 Say a simple example and model how to explain the answer.
  4. 4 Ask students to work in small groups to decide which word is different.
  5. 5 Encourage them to give a clear reason for their choice.
  6. 6 Invite groups to share their answers and explanations.
  7. 7 Discuss how different answers can also be correct with good reasoning.
  8. 8 Finish by asking students to create their own 'odd one out' sets.

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Variations

  • Use only one topic.
  • Students create challenges.
  • Timed rounds.
More information

Teach: different, because, group, reason.

Use simple vocabulary.

Can students explain their reasoning clearly?

No materials needed.

Students think there is only one correct answer.

This develops flexible thinking and explanation skills.