Figurative Language Explorers: Unveiling the Magic
In this 2-week self-paced club, students will review and practice identifying and using figurative language by viewing video lessons, reading short passages, completing graphic organizers, and writing a descriptive paragraph.
Christine- Little Reading Coach
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
3-6 throughout the classProgress Report
The instructor will send weekly progress reports on Fridays if work has been completed.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 8
Pop! Figurative language can "pop" up in any text students read. Authors use these devices to make their writing more exciting and provide deeper meaning. Typically, students are also expected to use these devices in their own writing. This club is meant to be an introduction to the world of figurative language. We focus on the most popular devices including: simile, metaphor, personification, alliteration, sensory details, etc. Students start by reviewing the terms, definitions and examples then spend time looking at how a writer uses these ideas in a short story. Finally, students will see an example of a descriptive paragraph before writing their own. The instructor will send weekly progress reports on Fridays if work has been completed.
Learning Goals
Implement figurative language devices by writing a descriptive paragraph.Define and provide an example of figurative language devices (simile, metaphor, personification, alliteration, etc.) by completing guided notes and figurative language chart
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum4 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Figurative Language
View video lesson, complete guided notes, play Blooket, complete figurative language chart 9 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
"Kickball" Reading
Read a grade-level short story 9 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
"Kickball" Review
Complete vocabulary, reading questions and figurative language chart then watch video lesson 10 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Descriptive Paragraph
View sample descriptive paragraph and write a descriptive paragraph Other Details
Learning Needs
*This class accommodates those with learning differences including ADHD, Autism, dyslexia, dysgraphia, etc.
*Guided notes, video lessons, graphic organizers, and read-aloud videos are included
Parental Guidance
Blooket will be used. An account is not needed to play.
A character in "Kickball" is a single mom.
Supply List
*Teacher-created materials (guided notes, "Kickball" resources, descriptive paragraph activity) *Pen/pencil/highlighter
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree in English from Centenary College
A certified English teacher and Reading Specialist with over 15 years of teaching experience with grades 6-12. Reviews
Self-Paced Class
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Ages: 9-14
