1. Writing with Colorful Words

2. Figurative Language Figurative language creates images for the reader or listener. The writer uses descriptions that are comparisons, repetitions, exaggerations, and imitations to make the writing more interesting and engaging.

3. Types of Figurative Language Simile- A figure of speech comparing two unlike things. It is often linked by the words “like” or “as”. Metaphor- States that one thing is something else. It is a comparison, it is usually linked by the word “is”. Hyperbole- Big exaggeration, usually with humor. Personification- Giving an object human like qualities.

4. Examples Figurative Language Literal MeaningFigurative Meaning SimileHe has big feet. His feet are as big as skateboards. MetaphorHer hair is very soft. Her hair is silky. HyperboleThe backpack feels very heavy. The backpack weighs a ton. Personification Lava erupted from the volcano. The volcano spit out lava from its mouth.

5. Let’s think of examples! Figurative Language Literal MeaningFigurative Meaning Simile Metaphor Hyperbole Personification

6. Description Literal: red, beautiful, petals, sweet scent Figurative: This rose is as red as a shiny apple and as beautiful as the sunrise. Its petals smile to welcome the morning. Its scent is as sweet as a baby.

7. What is literal? What is figurative?

8. Comparison Literal? The white clouds float in the blue sky. Figurative? Imaginary scenes of wisp silently blow and profile the endless heavens.

9. Summary Figurative language is a creative way to describe a person, place, object or event. This creates a more descriptive picture in the mind of the reader. Language examples include: simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification. The use of creative language makes writing more exciting, fun and interesting.