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Nouns and Things - Worksheet
A worksheet to help students use more descriptive nouns in their writing.
Often, the word ‘thing’ can make your writing dull and too generic. Instead, it is better to think of nouns that could make your writing more descriptive or specific. Below, think of three words which could match each of the following descriptions.
Use this teaching resource to help students discuss their grammar knowledge of nouns and using the most descriptive type for their purpose.
National Curriculum Curriculum alignment
- Key Stage 2 (KS2) - Lower
Key Stage 2 (KS2) - Lower covers students in Year 3 and Year 4.
- English
By the beginning of year 3, pupils should be able to read books written at an age-appropriate interest level. They should be able to read them accurately and at a speed that is sufficient for them to focus on understanding what they read rather than ...
- Writing
- Vocabulary, grammar and punctuation

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