Gathering Details for Narratives
6th GradeELA60 min
aligned to Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.w.6.3.a
Learning Objective
I can gather descriptive details to include in my narrative writing.
Lesson Flow
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Telling a Story: Using Sensory Details - Descriptive Writing Practice
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Sensory details help the reader feel like they are inside the story with the characters.
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When describing a character's emotion, consider what happens to their body, such as trembling hands or a twisting stomach.
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When describing a setting, think about how it looks, sounds, feels, smells, and tastes.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Think of a time when you felt really happy. List three sensory details (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) that describe the scene.”
Teacher Guide
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