Figurative Language

Figurative language is a word or phrase that does not have its normal everyday, literal meaning. It is used by the writer for the sake of comparison or dramatic effect. Authors use similes, metaphors, hyperbole, and personification to make their stories more interesting.

*Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses similes, metaphors, hyperbole, and personification to describe something often through comparison with something different.

Now that we have looked at our first couple types of figurative language, you're going to create your own entry in your journal, on the slideshow provided or Canva. Each journal entry will need to include:

• The title of the figurative language (ie. Simile or metaphor)

• A definition in your own words

• 3 sentences you have made using the figure of speech properly

• An example from pop culture, music, poetry etc.

• A visual representation of your example. Ie. Ms. Champagne's example of "Firework" on the Google Slide

At the end of our two weeks, you will have a complete visual journal to represent each type of figurative language.