Lesson Plan

Words That Wow! Lesson Plan

Students will learn how to enhance writing by integrating descriptive language to create vivid narratives.

This lesson builds vocabulary and writing skills, making students’ narratives more engaging and expressive.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

3 minutes

Step 2

Descriptive Writing Activity

8 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up and Sharing

4 minutes

Lesson Plan

The Power of Words Lesson Plan

Students will explore how words influence emotions and thoughts, and practice using effective language to shape perceptions.

Understanding the power of language helps students become more mindful communicators and enhances their ability to convey ideas and emotions.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

4 minutes

Step 2

Quick Writing Activity

6 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up and Sharing

5 minutes

Slide Deck

The Power of Words

Welcome students to the lesson. Introduce the topic and explain that today's lesson is all about understanding how words can shape our thoughts and emotions.

Why Words Matter

Discuss the significance of choosing powerful words. Use examples from everyday communication and storytelling to illustrate the concept.

Discussion Time

Engage students with questions. Ask them to share words that make them feel happy, sad, or excited and discuss the feelings associated with those words.

Quick Writing Activity

Introduce the quick writing activity. Display the list of evocative words (refer to the Descriptive Adjectives List) and encourage students to write a sentence or short paragraph using one or two of these words.

Wrap-Up & Sharing

Wrap up the lesson by inviting a few students to share their work. Reinforce the idea that thoughtful word choice can make communication more effective and engaging.

Lesson Plan

Words That Wow! Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

Step 2

Descriptive Writing Activity

Step 3

Wrap-Up and Sharing

Lesson Plan

The Power of Words Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

Step 2

Quick Writing Activity

Step 3

Wrap-Up and Sharing

Slide Deck

The Power of Words

Why Words Matter

Discussion Time

Quick Writing Activity

Wrap-Up & Sharing

Worksheet

The Power of Words

Jenna Warner