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The Sounds of Language: Exploring Onomatopoeia
This video delves into the figure of speech onomatopoeia, where words imitate the sounds they describe. It showcases various examples, from the clacking of shoes to the chimes in poems, illustrating how onomatopoeia enhances...
Schooling Online
English Essentials - Perfecting Poetry - Sensory Imagery and Sound Devices (Stage 6, Years/Grades 11-12)
Let’s dive deeper into the world of poetry. In this second lesson, we’ll explore poetry with all five senses. Discover how poets use sound devices, sensory imagery, figurative language and much more! Soon, you’ll have all the tools you...
Schooling Online
English Essentials – Perfecting Poetry – How Soundscape is used to Convey Meaning in Poetry (Stage 4, Years/Grades 7-8)
Ever wondered why some poems flow smoothly, while others sound harsh and dissonant? It’s time to examine the soundscape of poetry.
In this second lesson, we’ll delve into how poets create euphony and cacophony through a range of...
In this second lesson, we’ll delve into how poets create euphony and cacophony through a range of...
Schooling Online
English Essentials - Perfecting Poetry - Soundscapes and Imagery (Stage 5, Years/Grades 9-10)
Poetry can be puzzling. But we’ll help you piece it together! In this second lesson, we’ll unravel soundscapes, imagery, figurative language, tone and voice. Afterwards, you’ll have some handy new tools to help you understand and...
Curated Video
Over My Toes | WORKSHOP | Michael Rosen for Teachers
Poem
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Over my
toes
goes
the
soft sea wash r/>see the sea wash
the soft sa
nd slip
see the
sea slip
the
soft sand slide r/>see the sea sl
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the soft s
and...
Curated Video
Studying Sensory Language
A video entitled “Sensory Language” which explores how to use sensory language when writing.
TED-Ed
Why Should You Read James Joyce's "Ulysses"?
What is Bloomsday? Why would thousands travel to Dublin on this day to visit sites depicted in a novel that is ridiculously hard to read? Why even bother with reading such a book? Find out by viewing a short video that suggests the...