Lesson Plan

Connotative vs. Denotative Meanings

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Besides the dictionary definition, words also carry the added weight of meanings that are inferred or implied, meanings conferred on words, or connotations. To gain an understanding the importance of connotation, class members engage in a series of activities that ask them to consider how the positive and/or negative connotation of words can change the meaning of a passage.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Incorporate the lesson in a unit that uses Animal Farm as a core text and have readers consider the connotations that may have influence Orwell's choice of animals in his allegory
  • Use a sine cosine wave graphic to demonstrate words with positive and negative connotations
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires individual copies of the student handout
  • Remind pupils that some words carry connotations not appropriate for the classroom
Pros
  • The resource includes a carefully scaffolded plan
Cons
  • None
Common Core