Words with a Twist

Figurative language makes reading more fun and interesting! It uses creative expressions that don’t mean exactly what they say.

Common Types

• Simile: Compares two things using "like" or "as" ("as busy as a bee")
• Metaphor: Says one thing is another ("the classroom was a zoo")
• Personification: Gives human qualities to things ("the wind whispered")

Why Figurative Language Matters

It helps you imagine scenes and emotions better, and adds color to stories and poems.

Unlocking the Meaning

When you spot figurative language, think about what the author is really trying to say or show.