Using Figurative Language

We have been looking at figurative language and how it is used to enhance literature and writing using a study from Beyond Words.  This is a great program to introduce young learners (grade 1 and 2) to literary analysis and the development of the writing process. 

Types of Figurative Language

Collection of Resources for using similes

Figurative Language Resources

Similes Vs. Metaphors:

A simile is a figure of speech comparing two unlike things, often introduced with the word "like" or "as".^[1] Even though similes and metaphors are both forms of comparison, similes allow the two ideas to remain distinct in spite of their similarities, whereas metaphors compare two things without using "like" or "as."

                                                                              Examples  Online Quiz

Writing Activities Using Figurative Language

• The Adjective Game
• Haikus
• Giggle Poetry

In the Spotlight

Leaves are falling down

red, yellow, orange all around

crunchy, crisp, cool-- Fall             haiku by Luc Allain (9/17/09)