Figurative Language

and Metaphors

Objectives:

1. Students will be able to differentiate between similes and metaphors.

2. Students will be able to create their own similes and metaphors.

National Standards:

Common Core State Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.5.B - Define words by category and by one or more key attributes.

Materials:

• Whiteboard or chart paper
• Markers
• Pictures or illustrations representing similes and metaphors

Warm-up:

Ask students: Can you think of a time when someone compared two things that are not alike using words like "as" or "like"? How did it make the description more interesting?

Direct Instruction:

1. Explain the difference between similes and metaphors using examples.

2. Show pictures or illustrations representing similes and metaphors.

Guided Practice:

1. Divide students into small groups.

2. Give each group a picture or illustration and have them come up with a simile and a metaphor for it.

3. Have each group present their findings to the class.

Independent Practice:

Ask students to create their own similes and metaphors about a topic of their choice. They can draw a picture to go along with their figurative language.

Closure:

Have students share their similes and metaphors with the class. Discuss how figurative language makes writing more interesting.

Assessment:

Assess students based on their ability to differentiate between similes and metaphors, as well as their creativity in coming up with their own examples.

Differentiation:

For students with special needs:

• Provide visuals to support understanding.
• Pair students with a partner for support during group activities.
• Allow for extra time to complete independent practice.
• Offer sentence starters or guidance for creating similes and metaphors.