Descriptosaurus

Alison Wilcox has extensive teaching experience in schools in England and Scotland. Colleagues describe her methods as ‘innovative and inspirational to even the most reluctant of writers'.

Reviews from previous editions:‘This book is a treasure trove of descriptive language… Highly recommended for both teachers and parents. I wish I’d had a copy of this book when I was a full time English teacher! Invest in a copy today; you’ll be glad you did.’Sue Cowley, bestselling author, teacher and teacher trainer‘Help to banish "blank page syndrome" forever, with this innovative book… Created by teacher, Alison Wilcox, this inspirational book will build children’s confidence in their writing ability.’Literacy Times Plus‘A real "godsend" to hard-pressed teachers, parents and pupils.’Denis Hayes, author of Foundations of Primary Teaching‘…perfect for the modern day classroom… fantastic!’Emma Palastanga, primary deputy head‘The… book/CD will be so helpful to teachers who are struggling to think of different ways to say things and will enhance their planning and teaching. As a classroom resource it will be invaluable.’Elaine Smitheman, primary school teacher

• DedicationAcknowledgementsPrefaceIntroductionHow to use this bookPART 1 – SETTINGSLandscapesCHAPTER 1 Woods, forests, jungles and rainforestsCHAPTER 2 MountainsCHAPTER 3 CavesCHAPTER 4 Beaches, islands and desertsCHAPTER 5 Cold ClimatesCHAPTER 6 Ground and pathsCHAPTER 7 Streams, rivers, lakes and waterfallsCHAPTER 8 Sea and wavesSETTLEMENTSCHAPTER 9 Cities, towns and villagesCHAPTER 10 RoadsCHAPTER 11 GardensCHAPTER 12 BuildingsCHAPTER 13 Doors, halls, corridors and stairsCHAPTER 14 RoomsATMOSPHERECHAPTER 15 Dawn and duskCHAPTER 16 SeasonsCHAPTER 17 Rain, mist and fogCHAPTER 18 Wind, thunder and lightningCHAPTER 19 Smell and touchCHAPTER 20 SoundPART 2 – CHARACTERSAPPEARANCECHAPTER 21 Age, height and shapeCHAPTER 22 FaceCHAPTER 23 EyesCHAPTER 24 Mouth, teeth, nose and earsCHAPTER 25 Hands and fingersCHAPTER 26 Hair and facial hairCHAPTER 27 ClothesCHAPTER 28 VoiceEMOTIONS & PERSONALITYCHAPTER 29 Excited, happyCHAPTER 30 Concentrating, determinedCHAPTER 31 Sympathetic, caringCHAPTER 32 RelievedCHAPTER 33 Angry, irritated, aggressive, impatientCHAPTER 34 Cold, evil, arrogant, slyCHAPTER 35 Frightened, timidCHAPTER 36 Nervous, embarrassed, shyCHAPTER 37 Sad, miserableCHAPTER 38 TiredCHAPTER 39 PainPART 3 – CREATURESCHAPTER 40 Parts, size, shape, colour and coveringCHAPTER 41 HeadCHAPTER 42 EyesCHAPTER 43 Arms and legsCHAPTER 44 Wings and tailsCHAPTER 45 Smell and soundCHAPTER 46 MovementCHAPTER 47 HabitatCHAPTER 48 Abilities and actionsCHAPTER 49 Weapons and destructionPART 4 – GRAMMAR IN A CREATIVE CONTEXTSECTION 1 WORDSCHAPTER 50 Word Classes ClassificationCHAPTER 51 Word Classes Summary TableCHAPTER 52 Word Clines (Shades of Meaning)CHAPTER 53 AdverbsSECTION 2 PHRASES AND CLAUSESCHAPTER 54 Subject and predicateCHAPTER 55 Grammar toolsCHAPTER 56 What each craft tool adds to a sentenceCHAPTER 57 PoetryCHAPTER 58 Connecting sentences, paragraphs, scenesSECTION 3 SENTENCE CONSTRUCTIONCHAPTER 59 Sentence construction investigationsCHAPTER 60 Sentence imitationCHAPTER 61 Sentence combiningCHAPTER 62 Sentence combining PoetryCHAPTER 63 Summarising Non-fiction textsCHAPTER 64 Creating a sentence combining exerciseCHAPTER 65 De-combining to correct errors and confused constructionsCHAPTER 66 Sentence expansionCHAPTER 67 Modelled sentencesCHAPTER 68 How to build an action sceneCHAPTER 69 Sentence Combining: SCIR – The WolfBibliography