Subject: English

Grade Level: 7
Quarter: 1
Week: 4

I. Objectives:

A. Content Standards: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate understanding of the main idea and supporting details in a given

text.
2. Identify and analyze figurative language such as similes and metaphors.
3. Apply understanding of figurative language in their own writing.

B. Performance Standards: Students are expected to:

1. Participate actively in class discussions.

2. Analyze text effectively.
3. Use appropriate language conventions in their writing.

II. Learning Competencies:

1. Identify the main idea and supporting details of a text. (Reading)

2. Analyze similes and metaphors in a text. (Language)
3. Create sentences using similes and metaphors. (Writing)

III. Materials:

1. Text passage containing similes and metaphors.

2. Whiteboard and markers.
3. Worksheets with exercises.
4. Pen and paper for students.

IV. Procedures:

A. Anticipatory Set (Introduction):

1. Start the class with a short discussion on the importance of descriptive language
in writing.
 2. Introduce the concept of similes and metaphors, providing examples and
explaining their differences.

B. Presentation (Development):

1. Read a passage containing similes and metaphors aloud to the class.

2. Discuss the main idea and supporting details of the passage.
3. Identify and analyze the similes and metaphors found within the text, discussing
their meanings and effectiveness in conveying imagery and emotion.

C. Practice (Guided Practice):

1. Provide worksheets with sentences containing similes and metaphors for

students to analyze.
2. In pairs or small groups, have students create sentences using similes and
metaphors based on given prompts.
3. Circulate around the classroom to provide guidance and assistance as needed.

D. Application (Independent Practice):

1. Ask students to write a short paragraph describing a place or experience using at

least three similes and metaphors.
2. Collect and review students' paragraphs for understanding and correct usage of
figurative language.
3. Provide feedback to students on their writing, highlighting areas for
improvement.

V. Assessment:

1. Participation in class discussions and activities.

2. Completion and accuracy of worksheets and exercises.
3. Quality and creativity of the paragraph written using similes and metaphors.

VI. Enrichment:

For students who finish early or need additional challenge:

1. Provide more complex texts containing advanced similes and metaphors for
analysis.
 2. Encourage students to create their own similes and metaphors and share them
with the class.
3. Assign additional writing prompts that require the use of figurative language in
creative ways.

VII. Remediation:

For students who need extra support:

1. Offer one-on-one assistance during practice activities.

2. Provide simplified texts with straightforward examples of similes and metaphors
for reinforcement.
3. Break down the process of identifying and analyzing figurative language step-by-
step, providing additional explanation and examples as needed.

VIII. Closure:

1. Summarize the key concepts covered in the lesson, emphasizing the importance
of figurative language in writing.
2. Encourage students to continue practicing their skills with similes and metaphors
in their own writing.

IX. Reflection:

Reflect on the effectiveness of the lesson:

1. Were the objectives of the lesson met?

2. What worked well during the lesson? What could be improved?
3. How could the lesson be adapted for future classes?

This detailed lesson plan follows the 4A's format and is tailored for an English 7 class in
Quarter 1, Week 4, focusing on the analysis and application of similes and metaphors in
writing.