Writer's Choice Grade 6

Unit 2: The Writing Process

Unit Activity Lesson Plan

Introduction
Students have read about the writing process. In this lesson, they will practice choosing vivid and precise words—one way to improve writing.

Lesson Description
Students will complete the sentences using descriptive words to replace more general ones. Students are allowed to use a thesaurus for this activity.

Instructional Objectives

  1. Students will be able to write using vivid details.
  2. Students will be able to practice using a thesaurus.
Student Web Activity Answers
Note that all answers provided below are examples. Student answers may vary.
  1. waved
  2. decaying
  3. miserable
  4. grapes
  5. sparkling
  6. blasting
  7. raced
  8. sofa
  9. black suit
  10. biography
  11. exceptional
  12. gurgle
  13. charming
  14. refreshed
  15. friendly

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