Abstract aspects of figurative language are spelled out with clear explanations and examples Indepth lessons in figurative language help students understand and use abstract expressions. Your students will detect shades of meaning, communicate clearly, and add richness to their verbal expression. This Spotlight series help upper elementary and junior high students comprehend and use figurative language in communication, reading, and writing. As their confidence builds they'll start...

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Abstract aspects of figurative language are spelled out with clear explanations and examples

Indepth lessons in figurative language help students understand and use abstract expressions. Your students will detect shades of meaning, communicate clearly, and add richness to their verbal expression.

This Spotlight series help upper elementary and junior high students comprehend and use figurative language in communication, reading, and writing. As their confidence builds they'll start using a variety of language forms to add expression to their own verbal and written communication.

Each book uses the successful formulate of the Spotlight series:

lessons in general developmental progression
stepbystep advancement to build success and motivation
a wide variety of curricular content as well as daily life experiences
uncomplicated grammar
current, ageappropriate topics
a pretest/posttest

Each book targets a specific figurative language skill area. The 6 book set consists of:

Idioms
Similes
Metaphors
Colorful Language hyperbole, pleonasms, malapropisms, Tom Swifties, spoonerisms, portmanteau, oxymorons, onomatopoeia, and humor
Indirect Language connotations, nonverbal context clues, implied meaning, uses of polite and impolite indirect language, sarcasm, and irony
Multiple Meanings