Use Sensory Details

Grade 4 Writing Worksheet - Building Confidence

Read each question. Circle the detail that uses the sense it names.

1. 1.

   Scene: Grandpa's garden after a summer rain. Which detail tells how the garden smells?

   • The wet soil smelled fresh and earthy.
   • Raindrops dripped off the tomato leaves.
   • The wet grass felt cool on Grandpa's feet.
2. 2.

   Scene: Kim builds a snowman in her yard. Which detail tells how the snow feels?

   • The snow stung her bare fingers with cold.
   • The fresh snow sparkled in the morning sun.
   • The snow crunched under her boots.
3. 3.

   Scene: Dad is making pancakes on Sunday morning. Which detail tells how the kitchen smells?

   • Dad flipped a golden pancake high in the air.
   • The pan sizzled loudly on the hot stove.
   • The kitchen smelled of butter and warm syrup.
4. 4.

   Scene: Dana walks through the school hallway before the bell. Which detail tells what Dana sees?

   • The floor felt cool and smooth under her shoes.
   • Lockers slammed shut all down the hall.
   • Red and blue banners hung from the ceiling.