Synonym Squash is an engaging and hands-on game that will challenge your students to consider synonyms from the book Macca the Alpaca by Matt Cosgrove as they squash their way to victory.   Suitable for individuals and small groups, Synonym Squash is a fun game that can be adapted to suit your classroom needs. While playing students will explore synonyms for the words strong, glee and puny.   The game boards and cards are colourful, capturing the attention of its target audience. The game boards come in both high and low-colour versions, so there will be one to suit your printing needs. It is recommended to print both the game boards and cards on card to ensure longevity because once this resource is prepared the first time (including cutting the cards), it can easily be used time and time again.   Synonym Squash could be used to explore synonyms, as a vehicle for discussing Macca the Alpaca, during Literacy Rotations or as an early finisher task. Versatile in its application, but simple by design, it is sure to become a game on high rotation in your classroom. Younger students may need adult assistance to read some synonyms, or strategically grouping students to ensure a strong reader is in each group may help with this.   This resource is available in our basic fun font and all Australian state fonts.   Check out more amazing resources related to Macca the Alpaca in our Macca the Alpaca PACKAGE.