Conveying Ideas with Words and Phrases Worksheets

Related ELA Standard: L.4.3.A

Core Standard
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It is often difficult to capture everything you want to say about anything in just a word or a phrase. Determining the proper verbiage can often be done through a variety of means. The thing to remember is that the written words isn’t that much different than the spoken word. When we speak, we can gauge whether the listener is buying what we are selling. The same is true of our writing; we just need to put ourselves in our audience’s shoes. These worksheets will help students focus their words to help them convey a more powerful message.

Words and Phrases Worksheets:

Degrees of Meaning – Which word is bigger or stronger?

Be Descriptive! – Think up more descriptive words for the sentences.

Spicing Up Sentences – Spice up those dull words.

Finding the Exact Right Word – Use the word find to help you find 20 words that are cruel.

Help Cowboy Carl Find His Boots! – Which word just doesn't sit well with you?

Shade of Meaning – Next to each word below, write a word that conveys the same general idea, but to a lesser intensity.

Word Find to Sentences – Circle the correct word in the puzzle above. Then write the word on the line provided.

Writing Compelling Sentences – Add specific details to make each sentence more compelling. Use figurative language, adjectives, adverbs or sensory details.

Conveying Ideas with Metaphors – Read each sentence below. Underline the metaphor. Then on the line, write the quality that is being assigned and what it is being assigned to.

Conveying Meaning and Mood – Then answer the questions. Underline the words in each sentence that support your answer.

Big, Bigger, Biggest – Fill in the humongous crossword.

First Day at a New School – It is Darla's first day at a new school, and as soon as she gets home, her mother wants to hear all about it.

Jane's Vacation – Jane wrote a postcard to her friend Karen about her beach vacation, but the postcard is pretty boring.

How many ways can you say "like"? – Each of the words or phrases in the left-hand column basically means "like", but each one differs just a little to convey a specific meaning that is slightly different meaning than the others.

Adding Detail to Sentences – Read each sentence below. Can you make it more descriptive, and more interesting?

Tips for Conveying Ideas with Words and Phrases


Here are some tips that will help you convey ideas with words and phrases.


Plan


This is the elementary step for everything that you do. No matter what you have in your mind, it is always advisable to plan it ahead of time. If you want to convey your ideas through words and phrases, it is best to first completely plan out the idea. Focus on what your aims are and what you want to achieve. Also, ponder on the fact that why did this idea come to your mind in the first place. It will help you in better expressing of the idea. Think about the audience you want to reach with your idea. Every single detail should be sorted out in your head before time so that you can avoid any potential confusions or distractions. Take ample amount of time before you actually start writing to plan even the tiniest bits of your idea.


Write as You Speak


Ideas are expressions of the human mind. They do not need to follow a pre-defined structure. Unless of course, you are writing an academic essay. If you want to freely express your mind, then it is best to stick to your own personal style. While conveying the idea through words and phrases, use a structure that is similar to your speaking style. Mention words and phrases that you often used in your speech.


Watch Your Tone


This is an important tip while writing ideas. Ideas are pure depictions of your personality and attributes. It is best to be formal and avoid the usage of slang. This is because it will portray a negative image of you. People will not want to read what you have written unless you prove to them that your writing is worth reading. Also, make sure to avoid any grammatical or punctuation mistakes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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