Using Sensory Details
12th Grade · ELA · 20 min· Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.w.11-12.3.a
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Learning Objective
I can incorporate sensory details to enhance descriptions and engage readers.
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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.
