Christmas Poetry Unit - Lesson 3 - Similes Worksheet

In the third lesson of the Christmas Poetry Unit, the focus is on harnessing the power of similes to bring vivid imagery to life in students' writing. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'as' or 'like' to create a strong visual picture. The worksheet provided challenges students to craft original similes for a set of winter-themed items. They are encouraged to steer clear of clichés, which are overused phrases that lack originality and fail to spark the imagination. Examples of clichés to avoid include 'as cold as ice' or 'as good as gold'.

The worksheet lists five evocative winter elements: a frozen pond, an ancient tree, an icicle, snowfall, and the winter wind. Students are tasked with creating a simile for each one, aiming to capture the essence of these items in a fresh and creative way. The space provided beneath each item is where students can write their similes, pushing the boundaries of their creativity. This exercise not only enhances their poetic skills but also expands their descriptive vocabulary and ability to engage the reader's senses. By the end of the lesson, students will have a collection of original similes that can be used to enrich their poetry and descriptive writing.