Practise Writing: Descriptive Language

Practise Writing: Descriptive Language

Descriptive language comes in many shapes and forms. This resource hones in on characterisation: indirect and direct, as well as figurative language. It provides students with a structured approach to understanding such concepts, and the opportunity to put these concepts into practice. 

What's included?

• Characterisation 
  • indirect characterisation: STEAL acronym
  • direct characterisation: character profile
• Figurative Language
  • definitions of 11 figures of speech
  • examples of 11 figures of speech
  • tasks for 11 figures of speech

Recommended Printing:

• Print this resource in its task card format and store in a 4 x 6 inch task card box.
• The pages with 4 task cards to an A4 page will fit perfectly into the task card boxes or equivalent. No reformatting is required. 
• Use the A4 version of this resource as posters to display in your classroom. Print in A4 or A3.

Disclaimer: stationery and task card boxes are used for prop purposes and are not included in the digital download. Gifted and Talented Teacher does not refund or exchange digital products. 

Format: PDF

Recommended Age: Year 3 - Year 6