These carefully-scaffolded connotation and denotation activities introduce students to literary analysis skills. Students will explore how authors use word choice, including connotation and denotation, to create meaning. They should, as a result, become more confident and independent readers and writers.
This resource is designed to give students practice with the following:
⇒Distinguishing between denotative and connotative meanings
⇒Unpacking a word to determine denotative and connotative meanings
⇒Drawing inferences from a text
⇒Defending an interpretation of a text
⇒Determining which details are useful for textual analysis
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Here’s what you’ll receive in this digital and print resource:
★Two Different Exercises to Introduce Connotation vs. Denotation (2 Pages, 2 Slides) so that your students have a solid foundation for applying this concept to literary analysis.
★12 Task Cards to Reinforce Introductory Activities + Task Card Recording Sheet (4 Pages) so that you have a ready-made formative assessment and/or differentiation resource.
★Two Different Textual Interpretation Exercises (2 Pages, 2 Slides) so that you can help students understand how connotative thinking is the basis of literary analysis and making inferences about a text.
★Worksheets for Independent Reading and Writing Analysis (2 Pages, 2 Slides) so that your students can apply their knowledge independently as they read and write.
★Answer Keys (6 Pages) so that you’re ready to teach with no additional prep!
★Product Link and Teacher Notes (3 Pages) so that you have instructions and tips for using this assignment with students at your fingertips.
★Digital “Getting Started” Guide (2 Pages) so that you’re able to swiftly make your own copy of this digital product and share it with your students.
★Digital “FAQ” Guide (2 Pages) provides detailed answers to common digital resource questions!
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Benefits of digital interactive resources include:
★ High engagement = happy students and happy teacher
★ Student-friendly 1:1 environment
★ Development of college and career readiness skills
★ Fluid integration of ELA skills
★ Productive use of class time that is maximized for student learning
This resource is helpful for:
★ Teachers new to a digital learning environment or looking to upgrade from typical pen and paper activities.
★ Teachers who are looking to save time with ready-made resources.
★ Teachers who are looking for meaningful connotation and denotation teaching resources.
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⇒ Not for public display or digital sharing.
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