• Building Metaphor Muscles - Video Lesson (Level 4-8)

    A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison of two things, but unlike a simile, it does not use the words ‘as’ or ‘like’. We use metaphors to describe people, places and things in a way that helps create memorable imagery in a reader’s mind. In this lesson, I will show you how to craft powerful metaphors that will enhance comprehension and make your reader look and think about things in a whole new light.

  • Original Similes - Video Lesson (Level 2-8)

    Similes are a figure of speech used to describe something by comparing two things that share something in common using the words like or as. They create strong mental images in a reader’s mind and help to get a point across in a very memorable and sometimes funny way. In this lesson, students sharpen their descriptive skills by creating original similes.

  • Original Similes

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  • Common Similes

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