Pro-ed Spotlight on Figurative Language: 6-Book Set by Linda Bowers, Paul F. Johnson - 31877

Pro-ed Spotlight on Figurative Language: 6-Book Set

Ages: 8-14
Grades: 3-9

In-depth 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.

The abstract aspects of figurative language are spelled out with clear explanations and examples for students with language disorders. Each book uses the successful formula of the Spotlight series:

lessons in general developmental progression
step-by-step advancement to build success and motivation
a wide variety of curricular content as well as daily life experiences
uncomplicated grammar
current, age-appropriate 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

6-Book Set • each book 40 pages • 8.5 x 11, softcover • ©2012