Exploring Information and Facts · Spring Term

Describing Words (Adjectives)

Introducing adjectives to add detail and make sentences more interesting and specific.

Key Questions

  1. Explain how describing words change a simple sentence.
  2. Construct sentences using adjectives to make them more vivid.
  3. Compare sentences with and without adjectives, noting the difference.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - WritingNCCA: Primary - Reading
Class/Year: 1st Year
Subject: Foundations of Literacy and Expression
Unit: Exploring Information and Facts
Period: Spring Term

Suggested Methodologies

Trading Cards

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Graffiti Wall

Collaborative writing and drawing on a shared surface

15–30 min

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Think-Pair-Share

Individual reflection, then partner discussion, then class share-out

10–20 min

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