Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Primary 5

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TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

PUPILS ACTIVITY

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INTRODUCTION

The teacher revises the previous topic on literary devices

Pupils observe, learn and participate

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EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION/TEACHER MODELLING

The teacher explains the meaning of literary devices and examples of common literary devices used in literature

Literary devices are specific techniques that allow a writer to convey a deeper meaning that goes beyond what's on the page. Literary devices work alongside plot and characters to elevate a story and prompt reflection on life, society, and what it means to be human

Some common Literary devices and their examples

1. Hyperbole

Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that's not meant to be taken literally by the reader. It is often used for comedic effect and/or emphasis.

Example: "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse."

2. Imagery

Imagery is when an author describes a scene, thing, or idea so that it appeals to our senses (taste, smell, sight, touch, or hearing).

3. Irony

Irony is when a statement is used to express an opposite meaning than the one literally expressed by it.

4. Juxtaposition

Juxtaposition is the comparing and contrasting of two or more different (usually opposite) ideas, characters, objects, etc.

5. Malapropism

Malapropism happens when an incorrect word is used in place of a word that has a similar sound. This misuse of the word typically results in a statement that is both nonsensical and humorous; as a result, this device is commonly used in comedic writing.

Example: "I just can't wait to dance the flamingo!" Here, a character has accidentally called the flamenco (a type of dance) the flamingo (an animal).

6. Simile: A simile is a type of metaphor in which an object, idea, character, action, etc., is compared to another thing using the words "as" or "like."

Example: "She is as vicious as a lion."

7. Metaphor: this is when an author compares one thing to another

8. Metonym

A metonym is when a related word or phrase is substituted for the actual thing to which it's referring.

Example: "The pen is mightier than the sword."

Pupils observe, learn and participate

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EVALUATION

1. Explain the meaning of Literary devices

2. Enumerate and describe some common literary devices used in literature

- Pupils observe, learn and participate

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CLASS-WORK

As in Evaluation

Pupils observe, learn and participate

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ASSIGNMENT

As in Evaluation

Pupils participate

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CONCLUSION

The teacher marks their books, corrects it and commend the pupils