1. Symbolism

2. Symbolism
a person, place or object which has a meaning in itself but suggests other meanings as well
things, characters and actions can be symbols
some symbols mean the same thing to all readers.

3. Symbolism ……to most people
bright sunshine symbolizes goodness
water is a symbolic cleanser
a rainbow symbolizes good luck

4. Symbolism……what it is NOT!
It does NOT have anything to do with cymbals.
Seriously, let’s look at some real examples of symbolism!

5. Symbolism an object, person, place, or action
stands for something larger than itself
idea, belief, value

6. Beauty
Love
Romance

7. Religion
Jesus
Christianity
Sacrifice

8. Spring
New Life
Beauty

9. Shopping
Money
Bills

10. Mickey D’s
Fast Food
Unhealthy

11. Time
Alarm
Mornings
Sleepy

12. Journey
Travel
Vacation
Freedom

13. United States
Patriotism
Freedom
Liberty

14. Stupidity
Comedy
Hunger

15. Vacation
Summer
Clean
Surfing

16. President
Government
Power

17. War
Danger
Protection
Bravery

18. Party
Celebration
Cinco de Mayo

19. Liberty
Freedom
United States
Immigration

20. Marriage
Love
Commitment

21. Christmas
Gifts
Santa Claus
Family

22. Graduation
Success
Hard Work
Accomplishment
Celebration

23. Symbolism an object, person, place, or action
stands for something larger than itself
idea, belief, value