Figurative Language | Grade 6 ELA

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Lesson plans, teaching strategies, and pacing guide for figurative language instruction

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Visual explanations of similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, and their effects on meaning

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Multiple passages with figurative language identification and analysis questions

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10-question assessment mirroring actual FAST test format

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Home activities and tips for practicing figurative language recognition with everyday reading

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Complete answer keys with explanations for all worksheets and quiz

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Start with Familiar Examples: Use song lyrics, advertisements, and everyday expressions to introduce figurative language concepts
Compare Literal vs. Figurative: Always have students identify what the literal meaning would be versus the intended figurative meaning
Focus on Effect: Help students understand WHY authors use figurative language - what mood, image, or feeling does it create?
Context Matters: Teach students to use surrounding text to interpret the meaning of figurative expressions