Show, Don't Tell Writing Practice
A Grade 4 ELA worksheet focusing on the 'Show, Don't Tell' writing technique with various exercises.
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Show, Don't Tell Writing Practice
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Read each section carefully and follow the instructions to practice 'Show, Don't Tell' writing.
What is 'Show, Don't Tell'?
'Show, Don't Tell' is a writing technique where instead of simply stating how a character feels or what is happening, you describe actions, thoughts, and sensory details to let the reader experience it for themselves. It makes your writing more interesting and vivid!
Read the sentences below. Circle 'Telling' if the sentence tells the reader something, or 'Showing' if it shows the reader.
1. The boy was sad.
Telling
Showing
2. Tears streamed down his face as his shoulders shook.
Telling
Showing
Rewrite the 'telling' sentences below to 'show' instead. Use descriptive words and actions.
1. The girl was excited.
Showing:
2. The dog was hungry.
Showing:
3. It was a cold day.
Showing:
Read the paragraph below. Then, rewrite it using 'Show, Don't Tell' to make it more interesting.
Original Paragraph:
The old house was scary. It was dark inside and nobody lived there. The wind blew and made noises. I felt afraid.
Rewrite using 'Show, Don't Tell':
Which sentence below uses 'showing' to describe a character?
She was angry.
She stomped her foot and her face turned red.
She felt mad.
She was upset.