Metaphors That Describe Us
Exploring how we use metaphors to describe people Year 6 English Language Arts
What is a Metaphor?
A metaphor compares two different things It says one thing IS another thing Example: 'She is a shining star'
Animal Metaphors for People
He's a lion (brave and strong) She's a busy bee (hardworking) Don't be a chicken (afraid) He's a wise owl (smart and thoughtful)
Nature Metaphors vs Weather Metaphors
{"left":"She's a ray of sunshine (cheerful)\nHe's a rock (reliable and strong)\nShe's a blooming flower (growing beautifully)","right":"He's a stormy sea (moody)\nShe's a breath of fresh air (refreshing)\nHe's a thundercloud (grumpy)"}
Metaphor Matching Game
Match the person to the metaphor Think about what each metaphor means Discuss your choices with a partner
Creating Your Own Metaphors
Think about someone special to you What makes them unique? What object, animal, or thing are they like?
Why Do We Use Metaphors?
They make our writing more interesting They help us paint pictures with words They show feelings and emotions They help others understand what we mean
Metaphor Gallery Walk
Share your metaphors with the class Walk around and read others' work Give positive feedback Celebrate our creative descriptions!
More Metaphors slide decks
Other ready-to-teach decks on metaphors.
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