Description
Looking for an example of a descriptive paragraph? This stuffy writing unit is a perfect way to introduce paragraph writing to your students. Make writing fun by writing about a favorite snuggly stuffed animal! This is a 5-day descriptive paragraph writing unit with lesson plans, organizers, and a rubric.
What is a descriptive paragraph?
A descriptive paragraph focuses on using all 5 senses: see, hear, feel, smell, and feel. It also follows the basic format of topic sentence, details, and closing.
What else is included with the descriptive paragraph example?
- pre-writing organizer
- chart with suggested words for see, hear, feel, smell
- rough draft paper
- example rough draft paragraph with errors to correct as a class
- revising/editing checklist
- final draft paper
- example descriptive paragraph to use as a model
- labeled visual of final draft
- 4 senses anchor charts
- hamburger visual as a reminder to include topic, details, closing
- rubric
- 5 days of lesson plans
Student handouts for “Example of a Descriptive Paragraph Unit” are included in both color and B/W– you can choose what works best for you!
17 pages of student documents + 10 pages of detailed lesson plans
Hyperlinked Table of Contents for easy navigation
Using this example of a descriptive paragraph with a step-by-step unit is sure to set your students up for success!
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