Do your students overuse weak words like good, bad, said, went, ran, got, happy, sad, big, and small? Strong writing depends on precise, vivid word choice – and a thesaurus is the perfect tool to find those powerful synonyms. This resource teaches students how to use a thesaurus effectively to replace overused, vague, or weak words with more descriptive, engaging alternatives. With 40 task cards and a comprehensive 8‑section quiz, students will practice replacing weak verbs (went → d