Similes In Pop Culture

• The teacher will ask students “Have you ever heard of similes?”

• The teacher should tell students to turn and talk to others and share examples of similes they know or have heard.

• Afterwards, invite students to share some of their examples aloud. Inform students that similes are a comparison of two things using the words "like" or "as." Begin creating a chart of these simile examples that students might be able to refer back to later.
• Next, the teacher will read Crazy Like a Fox. Tell students to pay close attention as you read and see if they can continue identifying other examples of similes from the book. These examples should be added to the chart as well. 

• Next, tell students they will have the opportunity to hear/see some examples of similes in music lyrics, commercials, and ads.  “Did you know similes are used everywhere”? “I bet you have heard similes and did not even know it.”
• Tell students to pay special attention to the video because they will be writing their own similes. Challenge students to pick out at least three similes from the video. Students can record their examples in their notebooks or on whiteboards. These will be shared with the class.
• Afterwards, inform students that they will work with a partner to write and illustrate a simile. They should be able to identify the two things that are being compared in their sentences.

• Allow ample time for groups to work. Once everyone is finished, regroup and review how similes make writing more interesting. Also allow time for each group to share their work with the rest of the class.

Remediation-Teacher will work to support groups who need additional help. If needed, pull these students and discuss/share some additional examples using another text students are familiar with. 

Extension-Challenge students who have mastered the concept to write more than one simile. Students may also choose to create a presentation showcasing their work.

Look at the students' similes. Also look to see if they know the two things that are being compared.