Showing vs Telling

Matilda was very smart.

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Matilda read every book in the library and could solve difficult math problems faster than the teacher.

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The Trunchbull was mean.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

The Trunchbull stomped into the classroom, scowling, and shouted so loudly the windows rattled.

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The BFG was kind.

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The BFG gently scooped Sophie up and spoke in a soft, friendly voice so she wouldn’t be scared.

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The Twits were disgusting.

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Mr. Twit had food stuck in his beard, and Mrs. Twit picked her teeth with a dirty fork.

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James was happy to escape his aunts.

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James laughed out loud and waved goodbye as the giant peach rolled away from the hill.

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