Getting to Grips with Metaphors (Y5/6)

Getting to Grips with Metaphors

Getting to Grips with Metaphors is a comprehensive packet focused on teaching upper KS2 students about metaphors. It covers the following key topics:

1. Defining and distinguishing metaphors from similes, with examples.

2. Explaining how metaphors create vivid imagery by comparing two unlike things directly.

3. Analysing the deeper meaning behind common metaphorical expressions like “a storm in a teacup.”

4. Guidance on how to craft original metaphors to describe concepts like the sun, sea, and night.

5. Using metaphors effectively in poetry and prose writing.

6. Practice exercises for identifying, creating, and converting between metaphors and similes.

The lesson uses an engaging instructional style with clear explanations, sample metaphors, and opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding through written responses. The visuals and imaginary scenarios help make the abstract concept of metaphors more concrete and relatable for year 5/6 students.

Overall, this resource provides a structured yet creative way for teachers to build students’ skills in recognising, interpreting, and generating metaphors to enhance their descriptive writing abilities. The exercises and examples are pitched appropriately for upper KS2.