Show, don't Tell!
That is the simple secret to descriptive writing. Show the reader what you are talking about with gripping and compelling language. Strong language will make your reader want to continue reading. Here are three simple tips to writing descriptively.
1. Use exciting verbs (stay away from still verbs)
2. Use powerful adjectives and adverbs
3. Use strong nouns
Below are two videos about descriptive writing. Watch the videos and complete the activity in class.
1. Use exciting verbs (stay away from still verbs)
2. Use powerful adjectives and adverbs
3. Use strong nouns
Below are two videos about descriptive writing. Watch the videos and complete the activity in class.
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To make your writing very descriptive, it is helpful to use your five senses to explain what you feel, see, hear, taste or small. These details help your reader visualize what you are describing.
Go to this website to read more about using your senses in your writing.
http://www.flocabulary.com/using-descriptive-language/
Go to this website to read more about using your senses in your writing.
http://www.flocabulary.com/using-descriptive-language/