Creative Writing Workshop · Summer Term
Descriptive Writing: Show, Don't Tell
Learning to use vivid language and sensory details to 'show' rather than 'tell' the reader.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between 'showing' and 'telling' in descriptive writing, providing examples.
- Analyze how specific verbs and adjectives can transform a 'telling' sentence into a 'showing' one.
- Construct descriptive paragraphs that evoke strong sensory experiences for the reader.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
NCCA: Primary - Exploring and UsingNCCA: Primary - Communicating
Class/Year: 2nd Class
Subject: The Power of Words: Literacy and Expression
Unit: Creative Writing Workshop
Period: Summer Term
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