Figurative Language & Poetry

A Student-Made Project about Poetry & Figurative Language

4th Grade Extra Project - Jose Limon

Your story this week was a biography of the male dancer and choreographer, Jose Limon.  Think about how you visualized, or pictured in your mind, Jose dancing as you read the story.  Think about some of the descriptive language the text used to describe how he moved on the stage and how it made him feel.  Got it?  Good.

Now, click on the link to read more about Jose Limon and watch him perform one of his most famous dances: Lament for Ignacio Sanchez Mejias.

Jose Limon

When you're done, log into Penzu and write a response telling me about what you saw.  Was Jose's dance different than how you'd imagined it when you were reading?  If so, how?  How would you describe this dance to someone who had never seen Jose Limon dance?  Use descriptive language in your response!

5th Extra Project: Everglades - Forever

Done early?  Then extend your learning!  This week, fifth grade is reading a non-fiction text about the Florida Everglades: Everglades: Forever.

First, go on a virtual field trip of the Everglades to learn more about how invasive species are impacting the environment:  Don't Let it Loose - Everglades Virtual Fieldtrip

Next, log in to Penzu and write a persuasive paragraph explaining how invasive species impact the environment.  Title your entry: "Everglades", and don't forget to use specific details from the field trip to support your position.

"This is a Garter Snake. . .right?"

4th Grade Extra Project: Me and Uncle Romie

Completed your work?  Then come explore a bit more about your reading!  This week's story, Me and Uncle Romie, is a fiction story based on the work of 20th century artist Romare Bearden.

First, look at some of Bearden's art here:  The Metropolitan Museum of Art - Romare Bearden

Next, think of a person, place, thing, or event that was important to your life and create your own collage here:  National Gallery of Art - Collage Machine.  Enjoy!

"The Block"