Imagery: Show, Don't Tell

Have you ever noticed how authors will slow down the pace of the story during the good parts? They do this not only to add suspense, but also to add description so that you can really see and hear and feel all that’s going on, almost like you are right there in the action. This type of language is called imagery—it’s visually descriptive language that paints a picture. In this worksheet, learners will read a simple sentence, then rewrite it using sense words and imagery. 

Designed for fifth graders, this worksheet is a perfect choice for teaching students the value of imagery and vivid description. Learners can practice adding more detail to their writing with language that engages the five senses. They can even test out literary devices like personification and similes!

Try applying these skills to a writing prompt like the Seasonal Creative Writing Prompt Worksheets.