Lesson Plan:

Aim
Students will understand the concept of metaphors, analogies, and personification and how
they can be used to create vivid images in a poem.

Objectives
1. Students will be able to identify and explain the purpose of metaphors and analogies.
2. Students will be able to explain the concept of personification and how it can be used to give
life to an inanimate object in a poem.
3. Students will be able to create their own metaphors and analogies to describe objects or
concepts.
4. Students will be able to use personification to create vivid images in a poem.

Possible Materials Needed

1. Textbook or educational handouts on metaphors, analogies, and personification
2. Examples of metaphors, analogies, and personification
3. Metaphors, Analogies, and Personification Vocabulary Sheet
4. Metaphors, Analogies, and Personification Powerpoint Presentation
5. Short video on metaphors, analogies, and personification
6. Blank paper and pencils
7. Examples of poems with metaphors, analogies, and personification

Anticipatory Set
1. Begin the lesson by engaging the class in a discussion on the concept of figurative language.
Ask the class to brainstorm different types of figurative language, such as metaphors, analogies,
and personification. Ask the class to consider how each of these types of figurative language
can be used to create vivid images and to convey ideas in a poem.

2. Introduce the concept of metaphors and ask the class to consider how they can be used to
compare two different objects or concepts. Ask the class to consider how a metaphor can be
used to create a vivid image in a poem.

3. Introduce the concept of analogies and ask the class to consider how they can be used to
compare two different objects or concepts. Ask the class to consider how an analogy can help
to explain a complex concept in a poem.

4. Introduce the concept of personification and ask the class to consider how it can be used to
give life to an inanimate object in a poem. Ask the class to consider how personification can
help to create vivid images in a poem.
Modeled Practice
1. The teacher can provide an example of a metaphor and explain how it can be used to
compare two different objects or concepts. For example, the teacher could discuss how a tree
can be compared to a sentinel, watching over the landscape. Ask the class to consider how
this metaphor can create a vivid image in a poem.

2. The teacher can provide an example of an analogy and explain how it can be used to compare
two different objects or concepts. For example, the teacher could discuss how a mountain can
be compared to a giant, standing tall and strong. Ask the class to consider how this analogy
can help to explain a complex concept in a poem.

3. The teacher can provide an example of personification and explain how it can be used to give
life to an inanimate object in a poem. For example, the teacher could discuss how the sun can
be personified as a loyal friend, always there to brighten the day. Ask the class to consider how
this personification can help to create vivid images in a poem.

Guided Practice
1. Divide the class into small groups and have each group create their own metaphors to
compare two different objects or concepts. Ask each group to explain how their metaphor can
create a vivid image in a poem. Once the groups are finished creating their metaphors, have
them present their projects to the class and discuss how the different metaphors can be used
in a poem.

2. Divide students into small groups and have each group create their own analogies to compare
two different objects or concepts. Ask each group to explain how their analogy can help to
explain a complex concept in a poem. Allow each group to present their analogies to the class
and discuss how the different analogies can be used in a poem.

3. Divide students into small groups and have each group create their own personification to
give life to an inanimate object in a poem. Ask each group to explain how their personification
can help to create vivid images in a poem. Allow each group to present their personification to
the class and discuss how the different personifications can be used in a poem.
Independent Practice
1. Ask students to write a poem that includes metaphors, analogies, and personification. Ask
them to consider how each of these types of figurative language can be used to create vivid
images and to convey ideas in a poem.

2. Ask students to research different types of metaphors, analogies, and personification and
create a chart that explains how each can be used to create vivid images in a poem.

3. Ask students to create a PowerPoint presentation that explains the concept of metaphors,
analogies, and personification and how they can be used to create vivid images in a poem. The
presentation should include examples of each type of figurative language and how they can be
used in a poem.

Common Areas of Struggle

When it comes to learning about metaphors, analogies, and personification, the most common
struggle is understanding how they can be used in a poem. Students may also have difficulty
understanding the concept of personification and how it can be used to give life to an inanimate
object in a poem.

Ensure that students are given plenty of opportunity to practice and discuss how these types
of figurative language can be used in a poem. Provide plenty of examples and visuals to help
students better understand the concepts. Encourage students to ask questions and engage in
discussions about how these types of figurative language can be used to create vivid images
in a poem.

Closure
At the end of the lesson, the teacher can ask the class to complete a writing prompt that
asks them to create a poem that includes metaphors, analogies, and personification. Ask the
students to consider how each type of figurative language can be used to create vivid images
and to convey ideas in the poem. The teacher can also assign a quiz to assess the students'
understanding of the concepts discussed in the lesson. It is important to provide students with
feedback on their work so that they can understand what areas they need to focus on and
improve.

Be sure to ask questions often related to the common areas of struggle.