Descriptive Writing: Five Senses

Descriptive writing bridges the Sensorial curriculum and Language. Children who have refined their senses through Montessori materials have rich vocabulary to draw upon.

• Framework: Montessori
• Unit: Language
• Learning area: Writing
• Level: Ages 5-6

Objectives

• Write descriptions using sensory language
• Develop vivid vocabulary in writing
• Connect Sensorial experiences to writing
• Build descriptive writing skills

Materials

• Sensory objects (textured, scented, sounding items)
• Five senses graphic organizer
• Writing paper
• Word bank cards for each sense

Instructions

1. Present an object (orange, pinecone, seashell). 2. Explore with each sense. 3. Record on organizer: 'I see... I hear... I smell... I feel... I taste...' 4. Write a descriptive paragraph using notes. 5. Read aloud to partner. 6. Add details partner suggests.

Educator tip

Connect to Sensorial vocabulary: 'Remember the rough and smooth boards? This pinecone is rough like the rough board.' Transfer this precise language to writing.

Assessment

Child writes descriptions using multiple senses with vivid vocabulary.

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