Discusses research-based strategies and activities that will help teachers think differently about words and how vocabulary knowledge and instruction can be developed successfully in any classroom setting. Focusing on the theory behind vocabulary development, the author guides the reader through various real-life examples and highlights key learning concepts as they happen. Brand creates an engaging story that will have you questioning whether you are reading or discussing reading with the author directly. Vocabulary Across the Curriculum will inspire teachers to rethink they way they teach vocabulary, one word at a time!