Lesson Plan Overview
In this activity, students will create a storyboard about what they might experience at a playground with each of the five senses.
Students will be given the following prompt for each of the five senses: “At the playground, I see…”
For each of the five senses (“I see”, “I smell”, “I hear”, “I taste”, “I touch”), students must write about what they might experience, adding specific details when necessary, and illustrate it on the playground scene.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Date:
Objective: Create a storyboard about what you might experience at the playground using each of your five senses (“I see”, “I smell”, “I hear”, “I taste”, “I touch”).
Instructions:
- Click "Use This Template”.
- Finish writing the sentence for each of the five senses.
- Show what you wrote by adding pictures to the playground scenes. Be creative and have fun!
- Click “Save and Exit” when you are done.
Need help getting started? Watch our instructional video!
Lesson Plan Reference
Lesson Plan Overview
In this activity, students will create a storyboard about what they might experience at a playground with each of the five senses.
Students will be given the following prompt for each of the five senses: “At the playground, I see…”
For each of the five senses (“I see”, “I smell”, “I hear”, “I taste”, “I touch”), students must write about what they might experience, adding specific details when necessary, and illustrate it on the playground scene.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Date:
Objective: Create a storyboard about what you might experience at the playground using each of your five senses (“I see”, “I smell”, “I hear”, “I taste”, “I touch”).
Instructions:
- Click "Use This Template”.
- Finish writing the sentence for each of the five senses.
- Show what you wrote by adding pictures to the playground scenes. Be creative and have fun!
- Click “Save and Exit” when you are done.
Need help getting started? Watch our instructional video!
Lesson Plan Reference
How Tos about At the Playground
How to extend the five senses activity for older students using descriptive writing
Enhance the original activity by having students write a short paragraph or poem that vividly describes a playground scene using all five senses. This challenges students to use more advanced language and supports development of descriptive writing skills.
Guide students to brainstorm sensory-rich vocabulary
Encourage students to list words that describe what they might see, hear, smell, taste, and touch at the playground. Building a word bank helps students add specific, vivid details to their writing and illustrations.
Model how to show—not just tell—using sensory details
Demonstrate writing sentences that use sensory details to paint a picture, such as 'The sun-warmed slide glistened as laughter echoed around me.' Show students how to make their writing come alive for readers.
Facilitate peer review with constructive feedback
Pair students to share their work and offer feedback on how well sensory details were used. Provide sentence starters or a checklist to guide positive, specific feedback.
Celebrate creativity by sharing finished pieces
Host a class reading or gallery walk where students present their sensory writing and illustrations. Public sharing builds confidence and reinforces the value of descriptive language.
Frequently Asked Questions about At the Playground
How can I teach the five senses using a playground storyboard activity?
To teach the five senses using a playground storyboard, have students describe what they see, smell, hear, taste, and touch at the playground. Ask them to finish sentences like “At the playground, I see…” and illustrate each sense, helping them connect sensory details to real-life experiences.
What are some examples of five senses experiences at a playground for young students?
Examples of five senses experiences at a playground include: I see colorful slides, I smell fresh grass, I hear children laughing, I taste a snack, and I touch the warm monkey bars. Encourage students to get specific and creative!
What is an easy five senses writing activity for kindergarten or first grade?
An easy five senses writing activity is to use a storyboard template where students complete sentences like “At the playground, I…” for each sense, then draw matching pictures. This helps young learners practice descriptive writing and observation.
How do I use a template for a playground five senses lesson?
To use a template, ask students to click “Use This Template,” finish each five senses sentence, and add drawings that match their writing. The template guides them step-by-step and encourages creativity with both words and pictures.
Why is teaching the five senses through playground activities effective?
Playground activities make learning about the five senses engaging and relatable. Children can connect sensory words to real experiences, which boosts observation skills and descriptive language in a fun, hands-on way.
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