genres
Written to inform
informational text
Poem of 14 rhymes using any number of formal rhyme schemes
sonnet
3 lines and 17 syllable poem
Line 1- 5
Line 2- 7
Line 3- 5
haiku
Using "like" or "as"
simile
Graphic representation of concepts and the relationships between them
semantic maps
Fictional stories that could be true
realistic fiction
Humorous verse of 3 long and 2 short rhymes (AABBA). Last line usually farfetched or unusual
limerick
Uses set formula
fixed verse poetry
Description conveying clear picture to the reader
imagery
Shows elements of text such as characters, plot, and setting
story structure chart
Fictional stories including monsters, fairies, magic, etc.
fantasy
Story that may have once been true, but is exaggerated
legend
Uses little or no pre-established guidelines
free verse poetry
Word or phrase that means something different from its literal meaning
idioms
Choosing appropriate multicultural text in the classroom
Accuracy, authentic dialogue, presentation of information
Text that informs reader with objective narrator
expository nonfiction
Long narrative focusing on hero or god-like character that represents cultural values of a race, nation, or religious group
epic
"There was a..."
often first line of a limerick
Expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite
irony
A 3rd-grade teacher reads an informational, nonfictional text about frogs, and a fictional narrative text about frogs. He wants his students to write an expository piece using facts and details to compare and contrast the two texts. Which of the following graphic organizers would be best to compare and contrast the two texts?
venn diagram
Directions for characters is an example of an element frequently found in
drama
By definition, poetry should contain
vivid images
Poetry that tells a story. Usually in metered verse. May be long or short, and story may be complex
narrative poetry
Which literary device is being used when inanimate objects or abstract concepts are seemingly endowed with human characteristics?
personification
small groups of students gather together to discuss a piece of literature in depth. The discussion is guided by students' response to what they have read.
literature circles