Understanding Similes

by Robin Johnson

Published 10 October 2015
This imaginative title helps children identify and decipher the meaning of similes. Engaging examples help children build an understanding of this figurative language form and encourage them to use it in their own writing.

Understanding Metaphors

by Robin Johnson

Published 10 October 2015
This appealing title helps children identify and understand the meaning of metaphors. Examples familiar to children are used to help them learn how to decode this often tricky figurative language form and distinguish it from a simile.

Understanding Metaphors

by Robin Johnson

Published 10 October 2015


Understanding Personification

by Robin Johnson

Published 10 October 2015
When an object or idea in a piece of writing is given human qualities or characteristics, it is called personification. This creative book helps readers recognize and decode this literary device. Imaginative examples and vibrant images make the words in this book “leap off the page! “

Understanding Sayings

by Robin Johnson

Published 10 October 2015

Understanding Sayings

by Robin Johnson

Published 10 October 2015
Idioms, adages, and proverbs are common expressions and sayings that have meanings beyond what can be understood by their individual words. This insightful title identifies the purpose of each figurative language form and provides strategies to help young readers decode the meanings of these expressions.