Word Choice
The fourth element of the
6 + 1 Writing Traits
What is word choice?
• Word choice is
choosing words that
can make
your writing a
masterpiece.
• An author needs to
paint a picture in the
mind of the reader.
Word choice can add
color to your
masterpiece.
How do I make
good word choices?
• Change dull verbs into
colorful ones.
• Use nouns that create a
picture.
• Colorful verbs and
specific nouns are best
but use adjectives and
adverbs to add flavor
to your writing.
Colorful Verbs
• Choose verbs that
create a picture in
the mind of the
reader.
• Stay away from is,
are, was, and were
– The day was hot.
– The July afternoon was
scorching, it burned my
feet on the sizzling
sidewalk.
Specific Nouns
• Nouns are used to
show who, what, or
where.
• When using nouns be
specific
– Dog – Dalmatian
– Building – School
• When using nouns
think, could I be more
specific?
Adverbs & Adjectives
• Adverbs show where,
when, or how.
– nearly, slowly, fast, badly
• Adjectives describe a
noun.
– red, fat, strong, old, colorful
• Use adverbs and
adjectives to add color
to your writing!
Make a
Masterpiece!
Make a masterpiece
using words. Think of
words as the paint and
the paper as the
canvas. By choosing
the most colorful and
exciting words your
writing can be a work
of art!
What would happen with no color?
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