MAP 7th Grade Language Arts

An engaging exploration of language arts concepts tailored for 7th graders, focusing on reading comprehension, writing skills, and critical analysis.

Reading Comprehension SkillsWriting Clear ParagraphsFigurative Language and Literary Devices
Critical Analysis of TextsDeveloping Arguments and Persuasive WritingAnalyzing Poetry and Theme
Real-World Reading: Media and MessagesEveryday Writing: Emails, Notes, and Social MediaCollaborative Projects and Presentations
Active Reading TechniquesPlanning and Proofreading Your Writing
Reading Comprehensio...Writing Clear Paragr...Figurative Language ...Critical Analysis of...Developing Arguments...Analyzing Poetry and...Real-World Reading: ...Everyday Writing: Em...Collaborative Projec...Active Reading Techn...Planning and Proofre...
Basic Concepts

Figurative Language and Literary Devices

Making Words Sparkle

Figurative language and literary devices make writing more colorful and interesting. Authors use these tools to paint vivid pictures and stir up emotions.

Common Devices

  • Simile: Comparing two things using 'like' or 'as' (e.g., "Her smile was as bright as the sun.")
  • Metaphor: Saying something is something else (e.g., "Time is a thief.")
  • Personification: Giving human qualities to non-human things (e.g., "The wind whispered.")

Why Authors Use Them

These devices help readers imagine scenes, feel emotions, and connect with the story on a deeper level.

Exploring in Real Life

Recognizing figurative language in song lyrics, commercials, or everyday conversation can help you understand what people really mean.

Examples

  • Describing a storm as 'angry clouds growling across the sky.'

  • Saying someone is 'as fast as a cheetah' in a race.

In a Nutshell

Using creative language to make writing more interesting and expressive.

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Critical Analysis of Texts