Using a Thesaurus - teaching resource

Using a Thesaurus – Vocabulary and Writing Development Resource 

Enhance your pupils’ vocabulary and writing precision with this focused resource on how to use a thesaurus effectively. Designed for Upper KS2 and adaptable for Lower KS3, this 10-slide PowerPoint lesson supports learners in improving word choice and sentence variety.

This lesson includes:

1. Introduction to synonyms and their importance in writing

2. How to use a traditional print thesaurus

3. Navigating digital and online thesauruses (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher)

4. Vocabulary improvement task using a thesaurus

5. Peer assessment activity

6. Plenary to consolidate understanding

Ideal for standalone lessons or integration into wider writing units, this resource is fully editable to suit class needs and learner levels.

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