About Vocabulary
One of the simplest and most effective ways to enhance your communication skills is by expanding your vocabulary. Whether it's fiction, journalism, essays, or poetry—every form of writing and speaking benefits from a strong vocabulary. Therefore, time spent building your vocabulary is an investment in becoming a better communicator.
A strong vocabulary is essential for success in various competitive entrance exams, including the 11 Plus for grammar and independent schools. While a broad vocabulary often results from extensive reading, there are also structured ways to build one—read on to find out how.
Building vocabulary takes time and patience. It’s a gradual process, especially when working from word lists. A good starting point is to assess your current vocabulary. You could take a vocabulary test—like those in Reader’s Digest—or simply select 30 words at random from a word list and check how many you know.
Cramming 50 words at once is rarely effective—by the next day, much of it is forgotten. Sequential memorisation from word lists also leads to word association rather than true understanding, which makes it harder to recall meanings in real reading contexts. Repetition without engagement becomes monotonous and unproductive.
Research shows that visual learning is one of the most effective methods for long-term memory retention.
Power Vocabulary by Champs Learning
Power Vocabulary, developed in collaboration with Champs Learning, is an engaging online platform designed to make vocabulary learning fun and effective. Each word is linked to a visual cue and contextual usage. Thousands of students have successfully used this program and found it to be one of the most enjoyable ways to learn and remember new words.
To make the learning experience more engaging, selected words are drawn from eight popular classic children’s books.
Along with the Power Vocabulary, every student gets a one hour free Masterclass with an accomplished faculty member. In this masterclass the faculty explains how to effectively use the Power Vocabulary tool to exponentially expand one’s vocabulary. The solutions are customised according to the student and that helps the student to kickstart their vocabulary journey with aplomb.
Format
Each Power Vocabulary package contains 8 modules.
Each module is divided into 5 units, and each unit includes 2 or 3 video files covering 30–40 words.
Each video has voiceover support and can be accessed via a secure link. Students simply log in, select a module and unit, and click the file to begin learning.
Online learning means they can study anytime, anywhere.
Every module also includes:
- A digital flashcard set, with a randomised collection of the module’s words.
- An assessment (in downloadable PDF format), featuring varied activities to reinforce retention.
A. Foundation Power Vocabulary Package (recommended for Year 4)
Recommended for Year 4
- Modules: 8 comprehensive online-only modules tailored for effective vocabulary building.
- Word Bank: Over 1280 high-utility words to enhance your language mastery.
- Units Covered: Structured into 40 bite-sized units for better focus and retention.
- Learning Resources: Access to 80+ files including interactive flashcards and targeted assessments.
- Assessments: Every module includes an assessment to track your progress and reinforce learning.
- Access Validity: Enjoy 1 full year of unlimited login access – learn at your own pace!
- Masterclass: Get a FREE 1-hour Masterclass with a faculty to kickstart your vocabulary journey!
Books Referenced
- Module 1:Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
- Module 2:Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
- Module 3:Matilda by Roald Dahl
- Module 4:The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Rauf
- Module 5:The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
- Module 6:The Butterfly Lion by Michael Morpurgo
- Module 7:The Suitcase Kid by Jacqueline Wilson
- Module 8:The Switch by Anthony Horowitz
B. Power Vocabulary Package – Boost Your Word Power!
Recommended for Years 5–6
Total Modules:
8 expertly curated online-only modules designed for maximum impact.
Words You Learn:
Expand your vocabulary with 1600+ powerful words!
Structure:
Organised into 40 well-defined units for smooth and strategic learning.
Resources Included:
Get access to 120+ dynamic files featuring interactive flashcardsand focused assessments.
Track Your Progress:
Each module comes with a built-in assessment to help you review and retain better.
Access Duration:
Enjoy 1 full year of login access – learn anytime, anywhere!
Masterclass:
Get a FREE 1-hour Masterclass with a faculty to kickstart your vocabulary journey!
Books Referenced
- Module 1:Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
- Module 2:The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
- Module 3:A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
- Module 4:Treasure Island by R.L. Stevenson
- Module 5:Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi
- Module 6:The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling
- Module 7:Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie
- Module 8:Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne