Practical articles for parents and teachers — covering vocabulary development, OC and Selective preparation, CEFR levels, and the science behind how students learn words that last.
Most parents focus on maths and reading speed when preparing for selective exams. But vocabulary — the precise, confident command of words — is what separates good students from exceptional ones.
Lexify Team
1 March 2025
Flashcards, word lists, and dictionary definitions are the most common vocabulary tools — and the least effective. Here is what the research says about how vocabulary is actually acquired.
Lexify Team
8 March 2025
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is the global standard for measuring language ability. Understanding it helps parents choose the right vocabulary goals for their child.
Lexify Team
15 March 2025
The Opportunity Class placement test rewards students with a rich, precise vocabulary. Here is a practical guide to building the word bank your child needs — and the timeline to do it in.
Lexify Team
22 March 2025
A practical guide to the vocabulary that appears most frequently in Selective school entrance exam reading and writing tasks — with strategies for learning them effectively.
Lexify Team
29 March 2025
OC and Selective are both competitive academic placements, but they test different things at different ages. Understanding the differences helps parents plan the right preparation strategy.
Lexify Team
5 April 2025
TOEFL vocabulary can feel overwhelming at first. This guide breaks down the word families you need, the levels to target, and a realistic study plan for students starting from scratch.
Lexify Team
12 April 2025
The SAT's evidence-based reading section tests vocabulary in context rather than definitions. Here is how Australian students can prepare effectively for the vocabulary demands of the SAT.
Lexify Team
19 April 2025
Reading aloud activates more of the brain than silent reading and creates stronger memory traces for new words. Here is how to use it as a vocabulary-building tool with your child.
Lexify Team
26 April 2025
Spaced repetition is the most evidence-backed method for long-term memory retention. Here is how it works, why it matters for vocabulary learning, and how Lexify uses it.
Lexify Team
3 May 2025
Lexify's teacher tools make it easy to assign vocabulary work, track student progress, and run class competitions. Here is a practical guide for primary and secondary English teachers.
Lexify Team
10 May 2025
The early primary years are a critical window for vocabulary development. Here is what research says about how children aged 6–8 learn words — and how parents can support it at home.
Lexify Team
17 May 2025
University admissions essays, personal statements, and entrance exams all reward students with a precise, sophisticated vocabulary. Here is how to build it in Years 10–12.
Lexify Team
24 May 2025
Most free educational apps are funded by advertising. Lexify is not. Here is why we made that choice, and what it means for the quality of your child's learning experience.
Lexify Team
31 May 2025
Lexify's Word Battle feature lets students compete in real-time vocabulary duels. Here is the learning science behind why competition — done right — accelerates vocabulary acquisition.
Lexify Team
7 June 2025
Lexify's Story Forge feature challenges students to write short stories using their recently learned vocabulary. Here is why writing is the most powerful way to move words from passive to active knowledge.
Lexify Team
14 June 2025
Reading comprehension is not just about decoding words — it is about understanding them. Here is how vocabulary size directly determines how well a student comprehends what they read.
Lexify Team
21 June 2025
Educational games are popular, but do they actually improve vocabulary? Here is what the research says — and how to tell the difference between games that teach and games that entertain.
Lexify Team
28 June 2025
You don't need to be a teacher to help your child build a strong vocabulary. Here are seven practical strategies that any parent can use at home — starting today.
Lexify Team
5 July 2025
Lexify was built to solve a problem that most educational apps ignore: the vocabulary gap that holds capable students back from their academic potential. Here is why we built it the way we did.
Lexify Team
12 July 2025