Word Parts
to write or draw
The root word graph.
A word or phrase that does not have a literal meaning used for comprehension or dramatic effect
Figurative Language
Several words in a sentence that begin with the same letter or sound
Alliteration
I went (to, too) the store.
to
Pictures, headings, captions, titles, charts, graphs
Text Features
middle; half of the way
mid-
the paragraphs of the poem
stanza
A statement that compares two things using "like" or "as"
simile
(You're, Your) new bike is great!
Your
how the information within a written text is organized
Text Structure
not or opposite
un-
How the poet makes you feel as you read the poem
tone
Descriptive language that helps create a picture in your mind and appeals to the five senses.
Imagery
(You're, your) going to have to come with me.
You're
Text structure that uses order
Chronological
-ly
having to do with
the similar ending sound at the end of each line
rhyme
Sounds silly and means something different from what it actually says
idiom
We will go to (their, there) house to play.
their
Text structure that tells you similarities and differences
Compare and Contrast
out or former
ex-
repeat of a word or words
repetition
an extreme exaggeration or overstatement that is obviously not true
hyperbole
Do you live over (there, they're)?
there
Use what we know and inferences to find a big idea
Draw Conclusions