Name _____________________
L ea rn i n g Obj e cti v e
Today, we will identify1 figurative language – similes and
metaphors.
1 find
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What are we going to do today?
What does identify mean?
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It’s raining cats and dogs.
Can it really rain cats and dogs?
What do you think the sentence means?
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Students, when we want to say or write something so it sounds more interesting we use figurative
language. Today, we will define figurative language.
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Co n c e pt D ev el opm e n t
Figurative language refers to words or phrases that go beyond their literal2 meaning.
 Figurative language is used by a writer to create visual images in your mind.
 Some examples of figurative language are similes and metaphors.
2
exact (synonym)
Types of Figurative Language
Simile – Comparing two unlike things that
have something in common using “as” or
“like.”
Metaphor – Comparing two unlike things that
have something in common without using “as”
or “like.”
Examples:
Mark was as quiet as a mouse.
Meaning –Mark was very quiet.
Tanya is a messy pig.
Meaning – Tanya was very messy.
Examples:
Similes
My Dog Lola
1. My dog, Lola, is a lot of fun to play with. 2. Lola jumps as high as a
kangaroo. 3. She even flips like a circus animal! 4. I have the best time playing
with Lola.
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The figurative language used in this passage is “as high as a kangaroo” and “like a circus
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animal.” These are similes because the phrases use “as” and “like.”
Examples:
Metaphors
A New Baby Brother
1. Ashton has a new baby brother, Sam. 2. Ashton loves to watch Sam’s angel
face when he is sleeping. 3. He thinks Sam’s mirror eyes and button nose are cute.
4. Ashton is so happy to have a new brother.
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The figurative language used in this passage is “Sam’s angel face” and “Sam’s mirror eyes and
button nose.” These are metaphors because in the second sentence Sam’s face is being compared
to an angel, and in the third sentence his eyes are being compared to a mirror and his nose to a
button.
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Why is figurative language used? Which sentence is an example of a simile? How do you know?
A His backpack was heavy.
B His backpack was as heavy as a load of bricks!
In your own words, what is a simile? A simile is ___________________________________________.
Which sentence is an example of a metaphor? How do you know?
A Her hair was very white.
B Her hair was bone white.
In your own words, what is a metaphor? A metaphor is ____________________________________.
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
In your own words, what is figurative language? Figurative language is __________________________.
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Ski l l Dev el o pm en t /G u i ded P ra cti c e (# 1)
Figurative language refers to words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language
Simile – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common using “as” or “like”.
Metaphor – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common without using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
Mark was as quiet as a mouse.
Meaning – Mark was very quiet.
Tanya is a messy pig.
Meaning – Tanya was very messy.
Identify figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Identify the example(s) of figurative language. (underline)
Step #3: Identify the type of figurative language. (write)
Step #4: Explain your answer. (complete the sentence)
Yvette is Good at Math
1. Yvette is really good at math. 2. She knows all her multiplication facts by
memory. 3. She can divide big numbers like a real mathematician3. 4. Yvette thinks
math is as fun as recess.
3
someone who studies math
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1. Type of figurative language used: _____________________
This is _____________because it compares________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Swimming
1. Jessica and Maria decided to go swimming. 2. The day was as hot as an oven!
3. They took turns diving into the clear, blue water. 4. Jessica showed Maria that she
could flip underwater, just like a dolphin. 5. The two girls had a great day swimming.
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2. Type of figurative language used: _____________________
This is _____________because it compares________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
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(#2)How did I/you identify the example(s) of figurative language?
(#3) How did I/you identify the type of figurative language?
(#4) How did I/you explain your answer?
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Ski l l Dev e l o pm en t /G u i ded P ra cti c e ( # 2)
Figurative language refers words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language
Simile – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common using “as” or “like”.
Metaphor – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common without using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
Mark was as quiet as a mouse.
Meaning – Mark was very quiet.
Tanya is a messy pig.
Meaning – Tanya was very messy.
Identify figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Identify the example(s) of figurative language. (underline)
Step #3: Identify the type of figurative language. (write)
Step #4: Explain your answer. (complete the sentence)
Justin Likes Spiders
1. Justin really likes spiders, even the deadly ones. 2. He thinks their legs
are thin threads flowing as they walk. 3. He is amazed at the dream catcher4
webs they weave so fast. 4. Justin might study spiders when he grows up.
4 (dream
catcher) hoop shaped ornament with beads and feathers made by Native Americans
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3. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Summer Camp
1. Jackson can not wait for summer camp. 2. Jackson appreciates all of nature.
3. He thinks the lake is a mirror that reflects the sun and loves to swim all day long.
4. He is eager to see the forest filled with skyscraper5 trees.
5
very tall city building
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4. Type of figurative language used: _____________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
(#2)How did I/you identify the example(s) of figurative language?
(#3) How did I/you identify the type of figurative language?
(#4) How did I/you explain your answer?
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Imp o rta n c e
Figurative language refers to words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
1. Defining figurative language will help you understand what you
are reading.
The cat was as fast as a flash of light.
This means the cat is very fast.
2. Defining figurative language will help you do well on tests.
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Does anyone else have another reason why it is important to define figurative language? (pair-share)
Why is it important to define figurative language? You may give me one of my reasons or one of your
own. Which reason is more important to you? Why?
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Figurative language is words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Co n c e pt Cl o su r e
Which sentence uses figurative language?
A Kelsi was as busy as a bee. B Kayla was very busy at school.
Ski l l Cl osu r e
Identify figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Identify the example(s) of figurative language. (underline)
Step #3: Identify the type of figurative language. (write)
Step #4: Explain your answer. (complete the sentence)
Types of Figurative Language
Simile – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common using “as” or “like”.
Metaphor – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common without using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
Mark was as quiet as a mouse.
Meaning – Mark was very quiet.
Tanya is a messy pig.
Meaning – Tanya was very messy.
The Zoo
1. Matt went to the zoo with his family. 2. He saw so many interesting animals
there. 3. There was a snake that looked exactly like a garden hose. 4. There was a
flamingo as pink as bubblegum. 5. There was even a mean-looking lion! 6. Matt had
so much fun at the zoo.
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1. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Su mm ar y Cl o su r e
What did you learn today about identifying figurative language?
Day 1 ________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
Day 2 ________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Name __________________________
In d ep en d en t P ra cti c e
Figurative language refers words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language
Simile – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common using “as” or “like”.
Metaphor – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common without using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
Mark was as quiet as a mouse.
Meaning – Mark was very quiet.
Tanya is a messy pig.
Meaning – Tanya was very messy.
Identify figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Identify the example(s) of figurative language. (underline)
Step #3: Identify the type of figurative language. (write)
Step #4: Explain your answer. (complete the sentence)
The Bake Sale
1. Juan and Josephina decided to make chocolate cookies for their school’s bake
sale. 2. They mixed the ingredients and started to make the dough circles. 3. The
dough was sticky like glue. 4. Josephina made her cookies so large that they were as
big as soccer balls! 5. Juan and Josephina knew that everyone would want to buy their
delicious, big cookies.
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1. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
The Tree House
1. Mary and Rosie built a tree house. 2. It has a door, three windows, and is painted
red. 3. The tree house is a secret world that only Mary and Rosie know about. 4. They
do not allow anyone else to come inside, especially their little brothers, who are
bulldozers1 and would break the tree house into pieces.
1
powerful trucks that move dirt and rocks
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2. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Name __________________________
P eri odi c R evi ew 1
Figurative language refers words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language
Simile – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common using “as” or “like”.
Metaphor – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common without using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
Mark was as quiet as a mouse.
Meaning – Mark was very quiet.
Tanya is a messy pig.
Meaning – Tanya was very messy.
Identify figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Identify the example(s) of figurative language. (underline)
Step #3: Identify the type of figurative language. (write)
Step #4: Explain your answer. (complete the sentence)
The Fair
1. Hector went to the fair. 2. He rode all of the rides twice and ate a giant pretzel
and a hot dog. 3. The soft, hot dough of the pretzel was an absolute dream, and the
hot dog was dynamite with an explosion of flavor in his mouth! 4. Before he left, Hector
had already asked his dad if they could come back the next night.
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1. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
The Baseball Game
1. Joe was excited to play in his first baseball game. 2. However, when he saw the
other team he began to worry. 3. They were as big as giants! 4. Joe was first up to bat.
5. He could see the mean look on the pitcher’s face, and his knees began to shake like
rattlesnakes. 6. Joe took a huge swing and hit a home run. 7. Joe was very happy!
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2. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Name __________________________
P eri odi c R evi ew 2
Figurative language refers words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language
Simile – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common using “as” or “like”.
Metaphor – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common without using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
Mark was as quiet as a mouse.
Meaning – Mark was very quiet.
Tanya is a messy pig.
Meaning – Tanya was very messy.
Identify figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Identify the example(s) of figurative language. (underline)
Step #3: Identify the type of figurative language. (write)
Step #4: Explain your answer. (complete the sentence)
Recess
1. Rebecca and Alicia can’t wait for recess! 2. They have so many exciting games
to play. 3. Rebecca’s favorite game is tag because she is as fast as the wind.
4. Nobody can ever catch her! 5. Alicia is good at jump rope because her feet are like
lightning bolts. 6. The two girls are counting the minutes until the bell rings.
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1. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Julia’s Room
1. Julia was playing in her room when her mom came in to talk to her. 2. She told
Julia that her room was a pig pen1 and that it had to be cleaned immediately. 3. Julia
agreed with her mom and quickly started to clean. 4. When Julia was done, her mom
said Julia was a doll for cleaning her room and took her out for ice cream.
1
(pig pen) place where pigs live
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1. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Name __________________________
P eri odi c R evi ew 3
Figurative language refers words or phrases that go beyond their literal meaning.
Types of Figurative Language
Simile – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common using “as” or “like”.
Metaphor – Comparing two unlike things that have
something in common without using “as” or “like”.
Examples:
Mark was as quiet as a mouse.
Meaning – Mark was very quiet.
Tanya is a messy pig.
Meaning – Tanya was very messy.
Identify figurative language.
Step #1: Read the passage carefully.
Step #2: Identify the example(s) of figurative language. (underline)
Step #3: Identify figurative language. (write)
Step #4: Explain your answer. (complete the sentence)
The Best Cake Ever
1. My mother makes the best cake in the world. 2. When you bite into cake, it’s like
biting into a fluffy cloud filled with sweetness. 3. She always puts sprinkles on top and
pudding in the middle. 4. Her chocolate cake is like eating a big creamy chocolate bar.
5. She even puts big pieces of chocolate inside the cake, too. 6. She makes the best
cake, ever.
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1. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
The Lake
1. Keisha’s family went to the lake this summer. 2. The fish seemed to be swimming
in the air because the water was so clear. 3. She loved finding baby frogs by the bank1.
4. But most of all, Keisha loved the reflection of the stars in the lake at night. 5. Her
mother said the stars were the diamonds of the night sky.
1land
next to a river or lake
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2. Type of figurative language used: ___________________
This is _____________because it compares_______________________________
__________________________________________________________________
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4th Grade Literary Analysis 3.5(3Q)
Define figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification)
and identify its use in literary works.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.