Action Phrase Matching Game: Descriptive Writing Skills Activity

Action Phrase Matching Game: Descriptive Writing Skills Activity

Enhance students’ descriptive writing skills with this interactive Action Phrase Matching Game. Students match cards to form complete action phrases, helping them identify and internalize dynamic language for creative writing.

This activity is derived from the Action Phrase section of the DADWAVERS unit available in my shop.

What’s Included

✔ Two sets of cards (Set A and Set B)
✔ Each set includes 10 phrases split into two parts for matching
✔ Printable PDFs for classroom use

Benefits for Students

• Supports descriptive writing and creative language use
• Helps students identify and familiarize themselves with action phrases
• Encourages interactive and collaborative learning
• Suitable for group activities, literacy centers, or independent practice
• Provides a fun, hands-on approach to grammar and writing skills

Extension Ideas

• Students can create their own set of action cards
• Incorporate matched phrases into writing exercises
• Use as a warm-up or revision activity in literacy lessons