If your student is reading for his/her reading log at home and comes across unfamiliar words, have them write the words on post it notes and stick them to a sheet of paper. Then your student can bring the words to class for discussion and clarification. (Post it notes are more fun than just writing them down)
If anyone wants to donate small post it note packs to the class so that I can distribute to eager students who might not have them available at home, I would love it!