Describing WordsGrade 1 English for Kids
Big, small, hot, cold, happy, sad!
Describing Words introduces first graders to adjectives: big or small, hot or cold, fast or slow. Kids type describing words and use them in sentences, making their writing more interesting and detailed.
- Grade 1 · Ages 6–7
- 4 games
- 30 practice questions
- About 15 min
- Opposites
- Hear and Describe
- Missing Vowels
- Describe It!
English typing course · Grade 1
Describing Words · Learning goals
What Your Child Will Learn
Describing words (adjectives) tell us more about things: big or small, hot or cold, fast or slow. Type them and use them in sentences.
- Opposites
- Hear and Describe
- Missing Vowels
- Describe It!
Why it matters
Why This Matters for Kids
Richer writing
Adjectives turn "I see a dog" into "I see a big brown dog", the first step to vivid writing.
Opposites
Learning pairs like hot and cold builds vocabulary and thinking about comparisons.
Better comprehension
Kids who know describing words picture stories more clearly when they read.
Inside Describing Words
How the Course Works
Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.
Step 1 · Game
Opposites
Big or small? Hot or cold? Type the describing word. See a picture and type its name. (8 exercises)
Step 2 · Game
Hear and Describe
Listen to the describing word, then type it. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 3 · Game
Missing Vowels
Listen and type the missing vowel. Fill in the missing letters. (8 exercises)
Step 4 · Game
Describe It!
Type sentences with describing words. Hear a sentence and type it. (6 exercises)
Word list
Grade 1 Words and Sentences to Type
A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.
- big(adjective)
- small(adjective)
- hot(adjective)
- cold(adjective)
- happy(adjective)
- sad(adjective)
- fast(adjective)
- slow(adjective)
- tall(adjective)
- wet(adjective)
- soft(adjective)
- loud(adjective)
- good(adjective)
- new(adjective)
- old(adjective)
- little(adjective)
- “The sun is hot.”
- “The cat is small.”
- “I am happy.”
- “The dog is fast.”
- “My hat is red.”
- “The ice is cold.”
For parents
Try It at Home
Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.
Parent Tip
Pick an object, like an apple, and take turns saying describing words for it: red, round, sweet, crunchy. Who can find the most?
Describing Words · Questions from parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this course for?
Describing Words is a grade 1 english course for kids ages 6–7. That is Year 2 english in the UK and Year 1 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.
What will my child learn?
Describing words (adjectives) tell us more about things: big or small, hot or cold, fast or slow. Type them and use them in sentences. Along the way they practice: Opposites; Hear and Describe; Missing Vowels; Describe It!.
How long does the course take?
About 15 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.
Is this course free?
Describing Words is part of SkillBloom Premium, which unlocks every course in every subject. Each subject also has free courses, so your child can try SkillBloom before you decide.
Does my child need to read well to use it?
No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.
Can we use it for homeschool?
Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.
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