Curated OER
Don't Say...
In this word choice worksheet set, students review a worksheet that shows how to replace the word "said" with less used words. They work in pairs to complete a second page on which they list synonyms for an overused word that is assigned...
Florida Center for Reading Research
Florida Center for Reading Research: Word Analysis: Word Wake Up
A lesson plan in which young scholars match a strong word choice with its overused counterpart. Materials are included.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Tired Word Web
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will brainstorm words to use in place of overused words (ex: like, nice, pretty, bad, etc.) in their writing. May be adapted to use as a team game.
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Inc.com: Design & Copywriting Effective Advertising
This site houses eight steps to designing and creating effective print advertising. Among the topics discussed is the 40-40-20 Rule, which the catalog industry feels is the equation to success.