by Sunflower Education (Author)
Literary terms are the building blocks of literature. Give students a firm grasp of them with this well thought out handbook that features an in-depth look at 29 literary terms. Each lesson follows an easy-to-use format: a definition of the term is followed by a discussion using two excellent examples in prose or poetry. Questions promote and ensure understanding. A writing exercise for each term provides an opportunity for application. Gives students the knowledge and experience to interpret literature with confidence
Grades 9-12. Meets National Council of Teachers of English/International Reading Association Standards for the English Language Arts.
58 Pages of Activity Sheets - Complete Answer Key
Complete definition, description, examples, and exercises for the following literary terms: Allegory - Alliteration - Allusion - Analogy - Assonance - Atmosphere - Ballad - Characterization - Couplet - Figurative - Language - Foreshadowing - Imagery - Inversion - Irony - Metaphor - Meter - Onomatopoeia - Personification - Plot (Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution) - Point of View - Refrain - Rhyme - Rhythm - Simile - Sonnet - Style - Symbolism - Theme - Tone
Author Biography
Sunflower Education is an Austin, Texas based publisher of creative educational materials for teachers, parents, and students.