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Simile and Metaphor Lesson Plan Lesson PlanSimile and Metaphor Lesson Plan Lesson Plan
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Poetry4kids
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3rd - 8th
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English Language Arts
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Simile and Metaphor Lesson Plan

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Similes and metaphors are the focus of a poetry lesson complete with two exercises. Scholars read poetry excerpts, underline comparative phrases, then identify whether it contains a simile or metaphor. They then write five similes and metaphors about themselves. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

poetry, similes, metaphors, poetry writing, poetic elements, figurative language, Grammar, parts of speech, comparisons, descriptive writing, details, poetry analysis

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Assign the lesson during English language arts center rotations, have the site open on classroom computers or individual learning devices 
  • Create a flipped classroom assignment, direct class members to complete the lesson for homework in order to extend the learning process when they return to school 
  • Conduct a Think, Pair, Share to give learners the opportunity to share their similes and metaphors 

Classroom Considerations

  • The lesson is designed to be read and followed by pupils 
  • Poem excerpts need to be printed so learners can underline in exercise one 

Pros

  • Words that are hyperlinked take you to an online dictionary
  • The plan provides examples and a thorough explanation of similes and metaphors 

Cons

  • The poetry excerpts are displayed in a lighter font that may be difficult to read 

Common Core

L.4.5.a L.5.5.a

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