Using Sensory Details
12th GradeELA20 min
aligned to Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.w.11-12.3.a
Learning Objective
I can incorporate sensory details to enhance descriptions and engage readers.
Lesson Flow
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What is Sensory Language?
Mometrix Academy
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Sensory language helps readers feel like they are part of the experience by connecting to the five senses.
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Sensory language connects to the five senses: touch, sight, sound, smell, and taste.
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To identify sensory language, look for keywords such as 'smells like' for smell, 'tastes like' for taste, and 'feels' for touch.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Rewrite the following sentence, adding sensory details to enhance the description and engage the reader: 'The car drove down the street.'”
Teacher Guide
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