Description
These 30 ready-to-use figurative language printables are perfect for learning to identify and write seven common types of figurative language: simile, metaphor, idioms, hyperbole, personification, onomatopoeia, and alliteration. Each type of figurative language includes an introductory worksheet with a definition and examples. The rest of the worksheets provide opportunities for practice. Common Core Standards Addressed for grades 3-6 are included.
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This resource includes the following:
- Common Core Standards
- What are Similes?
- Complete the Simile
- Writing Similes
- Similes Mix and Match
- What are Metaphors?
- Metaphor Practice
- Verb-Based Metaphors
- Simile or Metaphor?
- Similes and Metaphors in Literature
- What are Idioms?
- Draw that Idiom
- Idiom Body Parts
- Animal Idiom Bingo
- What is Hyperbole?
- Finish the Hyperbole
- Make it Hyperbole
- What is Personification?
- Personification Practice
- Personify It
- What is Onomatopoeia?
- Onomatopoeia Practice
- Onomatopoeia Brainstorm
- Onomatopoeia Story
- What is Alliteration?
- Alliteration Practice
- Figurative Language Practice
- Figurative Language Challenge!
- Figurative Language Venn Diagram
- Figurative Language Outside
- Figurative Language in Literature
- Answer Keys
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What teachers have said about this resource:
♥ This was an outstanding find!!! We used this product this year when teaching figurative language, and it was such great practice for the students. I love how clearly it was laid out with the reference information and the practice portion. THANK YOU SO MUCH! -Elyse Jahnke.
♥ These were the best review for my kids! They were struggling with the difference between several types of figurative language, but this helped them grasp it. -Tiffany C.
♥ A great resource. Thanks so much. I especially liked the help teaching metaphor because that’s tough. It’s nice to provide the students with many examples. Nice work. -Julie A C.
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Common Core Standards addressed in this set:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.3.5
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships and nuances in word meanings.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.5
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.5.5
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
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Copyright information:
Purchasing this product grants permission for use by one teacher in his or her own classroom.
Happy Teaching!
Rachel Lynette
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