Games+&+Tools

**Games & Tools** __Words for Rice__ One of the most basic and effective ways in making students better readers, writers, and speakers is to expand their vocabulary. The following website is a great way for students to increase their vocabulary skills while contributing to a good cause. Ten grains of rice are donated for every correctly defined word. Students can choose subject areas and levels when playing the vocabulary portion of the game. The website has a number of other features as well. The blog and "Latest in Fight" sections keeps students connected to the world and its citizens. There are also activities and the option of creating or joining a group. Competition always makes things more interesting!