Alliteration - Magic Potions

The teaching resource “Alliteration - Magic Potions” is an engaging resource designed to help students learn how to use alliteration and sensory language to create captivating descriptions. Through the exploration of magical potions, students will develop their understanding of the power of alliteration and how it can enhance their writing.
The purpose of this resource is to engage students in a fun and imaginative way, while also teaching them important language techniques. By analysing the names of the potions, students will learn how alliteration can create a memorable and impactful description. They will discover how the repetition of consonant sounds, such as the ‘c’ in “Cackling Cursed Concoction” or the ‘w’ in “Whimsical Whisper Whirling Elixir,” can add depth and meaning to their descriptions.
Furthermore, this resource encourages students to consider the sensory language used in the potion names. They will explore how words like “cackling,” “whisper,” “thunderous,” “torrent,” “venomous,” and “delicate” evoke specific emotions and imagery. By incorporating sensory language into their writing, students will be able to create vivid and engaging descriptions that captivate their readers.
The resources includes a sensory word mat to help with vocabulary choices. Two worksheets: one analysing alliterated potion names, the second creating alliterated potion names. Teachers notes for a quick reference to analysis of worksheet 1, and a story exemplar using alliteration and sensory descriptions.