Sensory Writing Adventure

Taniya Henderson

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Sensory Writing Adventure

Enhance descriptive writing skills

In this lesson, students will learn to enhance their descriptive writing by incorporating the five senses. They will engage in activities that help them vividly describe a scene or event, improving their ability to paint pictures with words. This lesson is important as it develops students' ability to create engaging and immersive narratives, a key skill in effective communication.

Audience

Upper Elementary Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Enhance descriptive writing skills

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, Paper and pencils, and Worksheet: Sensory Details Chart

Step 1

Introduction to Descriptive Writing

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what descriptive writing is and why it's important.
Ask students to think about their favorite place and what makes it special.
Introduce the concept of using the five senses to enhance writing.

Step 2

Guided Practice with Sensory Details

15 mins

Distribute the 'Sensory Details Chart' worksheet.
Choose a common object or scene (e.g., a park) and model how to fill out the chart using sensory details.
Encourage students to think of words or phrases that describe what they might see, hear, smell, taste, and touch.

Step 3

Independent Writing Activity

20 mins

Ask students to choose a scene or event they want to describe.
Using the sensory details from their chart, have them write a descriptive paragraph.
Encourage creativity and the use of vivid language.

Step 4

Sharing and Reflection

15 mins

Invite students to share their writing with a partner or the class.
Discuss what sensory details were most effective and why.
Reflect on how using the five senses can make writing more engaging.

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Worksheet

Sensory Details Chart

This worksheet helps students organize their thoughts by using the five senses to describe a scene or object. It serves as a guide for their descriptive writing task.

What do you see?

Think about colors, shapes, and movements.

What do you hear?

Consider sounds, volume, and rhythm.

What do you smell?

Describe scents, aromas, and freshness.

What do you taste?

Include flavors, textures, and temperatures.

What do you touch?

Think about textures, temperatures, and sensations.