Sensory Words Worksheet
A Grade 4 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying and using sensory words (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste) in writing.
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Read each section carefully and follow the directions. This worksheet will help you practice using sensory words to make your writing more descriptive and interesting!
What are Sensory Words?
Sensory words are words that appeal to your five senses: sight, sound, smell, touch, and taste. Using these words helps readers imagine what you are describing. Read the sentences below and identify the sensory words.
1. The sun warmed my skin.
2. I heard the crunch of autumn leaves under my feet.
3. The smell of fresh-baked cookies filled the kitchen.
4. The kitten's fur felt and soft.
5. The lemonade had a and refreshing taste.
6. Which sense does the word 'sparkling' appeal to?
Taste
Sight
Sound
Touch
7. Which sense does the word 'gurgling' appeal to?
Smell
Taste
Sound
Sight
8. Read the short story below. Rewrite it by adding at least five sensory words to make it more interesting and descriptive. Underline the sensory words you add.
The dog ran in the park. It chased a ball. The sun was out. A bird sang in a tree. The dog was happy.
9. Use the words from the word bank to complete the sentences below. Each word should fit one of the five senses.
a. The roses filled the garden with a lovely smell.
b. She a secret into her friend's ear.
c. The road was and uneven.
d. The stars shone brightly in the night sky.
e. The cake was deliciously .