More rich vocabulary associated with beauty
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use the words 'flawless', 'mesmerising' and 'statuesque' effectively in multiple contexts.
Key learning points
- 'Flawless' is an adjective which means perfect or impeccable.
- 'Mesmerising' is an adjective which means very attractive or bewitching.
- 'Statuesque' is an adjective which means tall, beautiful and dignified.
Keywords
Noun - a naming word for people, places or things
Adjective - a word that describes a noun
Synonym - a word that has the same or similar meaning to another word
Word pair - words that often appear together
Suffix - a letter or group of letters at the end of a word which creates another word
Common misconception
Pupils might think these words can be used interchangeably. A 'mesmerising reputation' for example.
Encourage pupils to use the word pairs when they write their sentences.
Teacher tip
Some of the word pairs' definitions will need to be explained. For example, children might be unfamiliar with 'reputation', 'logic', 'posture' and 'technique'. Ensure they understand the meaning of these words.
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which image represents the word 'chiselled'?
Q2.Which image represents the word 'dazzling'?
Q3.Select the correct definition for 'chiselled'.
Q4.Select the correct definition for 'dazzling'.
Q5.Select the correct definition for 'impeccable'.
Q6.Match the adjective to the most appropriate word pair.
cheekbones
sunshine
posture
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What word does this image represent?
Q2.What word does this image represent?
Q3.Match the word with the correct definition.
perfect or impeccable
very attractive or bewitching
tall, beautiful, and dignified
Q4.Match the word pairs that make sense.
makeup
spell
pose
Q5.Write the missing word to complete the sentence. What a __________ performance it was!
Q6.Write the missing word to complete the sentence. The dignified, __________ Queen sat proudly on her throne.
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