★Words That Describe
Preschool Grammar Worksheet - Building Confidence
Circle the picture.
Which one is wet?
Which one is shiny?
Which one is round?
Which one is soft?
Which one is sweet?
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Preschool Words That Describe worksheets
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About this worksheet
A describing word is only useful when a child can test it against the world, so every item here ends with a finger on a picture rather than with a label like adjective. The first level says one word and asks which picture it is true of. Cold is ice and not a drum; hard is a rock and not a cloud. The second level draws an example the child already knows and asks for a different one, which is a real jump: a rabbit is soft, so what else is soft? That question cannot be answered by matching a word to a picture, only by understanding what the word means.
The third level goes on to richer words, such as fluffy, prickly, juicy and huge, still one word at a time, with four pictures to choose from and no clue that needs two things held in mind at once. No item depends on color, because these sheets are printed in grayscale and ink-saver as often as in color, and a question a printer can erase is not a question.
What your child will learn
- Match a describing word to something it is really true of
- Give a second example of a describing word you already know
- Meet richer describing words such as fluffy, prickly and juicy
- Talk about texture, size, sound, taste and temperature
Head Start ELOF standard: P-LC 6, L.K.5.C
Worked example
You say, “Find the one that is prickly.” A ball is smooth and a cloud is soft, so both are out. The cactus is the one with spines, so the finger goes to the cactus.
Common mistake
Pointing at a picture that is only a little like the word. Say the word again and test each picture against it.
Helpful hint
Let your child touch a real cold, soft or bumpy thing before answering.
Questions parents ask
What is the most common mistake with words that describe?
Pointing at a picture that is only a little like the word. Say the word again and test each picture against it.
How can I help my child with words that describe?
Let your child touch a real cold, soft or bumpy thing before answering.
Are these preschool grammar worksheets free to print?
Yes. All 6 printable versions on this page are free to download and print, with no account needed.
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