# Lesson 3: Expand Sentences with Adjectives and Adverbs

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## Objective

I can improve my sentences by adding adjectives (describe nouns) and adverbs (describe verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs) so my ideas are clear, detailed, and interesting.

## Materials

- Pencil ✏️ and eraser
- Notebook or tablet
- Tracing Pad (below)

Tip: Try the pattern Who/What + did what + where/when + how, then add adjectives and adverbs to sharpen meaning.

## Mini-lesson — Adjectives & Adverbs

1. Adjectives describe nouns: the fluffy puppy, a crowded park.
2. Adverbs describe verbs/adjectives/adverbs: run quickly, very bright, quite slowly.
3. Where to place? Adjectives usually come before nouns; adverbs often come after the verb or before adjectives.
4. Be specific. Replace vague words: went → walked calmly; nice dog → gentle brown dog.
5. Don’t overstuff. 1–2 sharp adjectives or one well-chosen adverb is often enough.

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## Guided Practice — Trace & Try It

Trace key words, then write one basic sentence and expand it two ways (add adjectives; add adverbs):

- Key words: adjective, adverb, modify, vivid
- Basic: The cat jumped.
- With adjectives: The curious gray cat jumped.
- With adverbs: The cat jumped lightly onto the shelf.

Tracing Pad
Lines
Letter
Pen

## Drag & Drop — Add Adjectives & Adverbs

Drag chips to build clear, expanded sentences. Keep punctuation at the end.

The gentle puppy barked loudly.
My small brother tiptoed quietly downstairs.
We ate warm blueberry muffins quickly.
The bright kite soared high above.
Our careful coach explained the new rules clearly.
The noisy bus stopped suddenly.
A wide river rushed rapidly past us.
The friendly librarian helped us gladly today.
Those heavy boxes slid slowly across the floor.
Our excited team cheered wildly after the goal.
The tall oak tree swayed gently in the wind.
The careful artist painted very tiny stars.

## Quick Check (15 questions)

#### 1) Which word is an adjective in “The bright sun warmed us.”?

sun warmed bright

#### 2) Which word is an adverb in “Birds chirped joyfully.”?

joyfully birds chirped

#### 3) Choose the sentence that adds a specific adjective.

I saw a nice bird. I saw a colorful parrot. I saw a bird quickly.

#### 4) The adverb in “She whispered very softly.” modifies…

a noun another noun another adverb/adjective

#### 5) Pick the best adverb to complete: “The wind howled ____.”

fiercely blue mountain

#### 6) Which sentence is overstuffed with adjectives?

The patient teacher explained clearly. The amazing wonderful talented teacher explained the lesson. The careful student answered correctly.

#### 7) Best placement for an adjective:

after the verb at the end before the noun it describes

#### 8) Which adds an adverb of manner?

The swimmer moved gracefully. The swimmer wore a red cap. The swimmer pool blue.

#### 9) Choose the more precise sentence.

The dog ran fast. The lean dog sprinted swiftly. The dog is dog.

#### 10) In “a very tall building,” the word “very” is…

a noun an adjective an adverb

#### 11) Which sentence uses an adjective and an adverb?

The curious child listened carefully. The child listened. The careful curious child.

#### 12) Best word to describe how someone paints:

colorful carefully painter

#### 13) Which change improves the sentence the most? “The bird sang.”

The bird sang songs. The loud bird sang. The small bird sang sweetly.

#### 14) The adverb in “They arrived early” tells…

when color size

#### 15) Pick the best pair to expand: “The ______ storm raged ______.”

friendly / kindly powerful / fiercely tiny / blue

## Assessment (parent/teacher)

Adds specific adjectives to clarify nouns Uses adverbs to tell how/when/where Avoids overstuffing; choices improve clarity Spelling and punctuation are correct

## Exit ticket (student)

😀 I can expand sentences clearly 🙂 I need more practice choosing words 😅 It was tricky to place adverbs

#### I will practice…

Adding one vivid adjective Using one precise adverb Reading aloud for clarity
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