The guide presents enrichment activity information for a language arts unit focusing on vocabulary for gifted and talented students in grades 5 and 6. The information is presented in terms of objectives, entry skills, teacher's approaches, student activities, and resources. Activities deal with such aspects of vocabulary development as synonyms and synonym groups, livelier language, simpler sentences, action verbs, usage, and use of reference tools (including a thesaurus). Examples of practice and drill exercises emphasizing vocabulary development are included. (CL)