Writing,+Simile+Acitvity,+1-2


 * **Lesson Plan Title:** Similes in Nature


 * Grade(s) Suggested:** 1-2


 * Content Areas:** Writing


 * Standards Addressed:**


 * General Objectives:** Students will understand what a simile is and will be able to write their own simile about something in our schoolyard.


 * Time Required:** 30-40min.

-Laptop and internet to show the simile video. -Paper and coloring utensils.
 * Required Materials:**

**Procedure:** Review with students what a simile is (comparing 2 things using like or as). Show students the simile video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkMKaGLmkzk. Brainstorm with students some different examples of similes using common classroom supplies or other things. Then have students choose one thing they can find in their schoolyard to write a simile about. They can then illustrate a picture to go along with their simile.


 * Closure:** Students can go around and share their similes.


 * Assessment Based On Objectives: **

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