describing a non-living thing as if it is a person

a poetic device that makes a comparison between two things by stating that one thing is another

the use of language to create a mental picture or sensory experience for the reader or listener

when words that begin with the same sound are placed close together

Poetic devices used in ‘Cosmic Disco’ by Grace Nichols

English

In this unit, pupils read and respond to a range of poems that link to the weather, exploring form, structure and language, before writing poems of their own. In 'Poetry inspired by animals', pupils build on this knowledge, reading and analysing classic and contemporary poetry about animals, exploring structure, form and language, whilst developing personal responses.

In 'John Lyons Poetry', pupils read and responded to a range of poems by John Lyons, exploring form, structure and language, before writing poems of their own.    In 'Poetry inspired by Weather', pupils build on these experiences, reading and responding to a range of poems that link to the weather.  They explore form, structure and language, before writing poems of their own.

Poetry inspired by weather

 a comparison between two things by stating that one thing is another

a way of comparing something using the words ‘like’ or ‘as’

the repetition of sounds at the beginning words like ‘endless echo’

a way of describing and comparing something by saying that it is something else

the repetition of the same sound found at the start of words 

a way of describing a non-living thing as if it acts or feels like a human

the use of language to create a mental picture or sensory experience

The moonlight sparkles softly, spreading its silver glow.

The moon hangs in the sky like a glowing lantern.

The universe is a grand celestial symphony.

The universe tells its secrets to the stars.

What poetic device is used in this sentence? The sun whispers secrets to the planets, guiding them on their journey.

Poetry must always be written in formal English

Which of the following statements are true?

groups of stars forming patterns in the night sky

dancing in a smooth, gliding, and rotating fashion

informal term for fancy or stylish clothing

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Poetic devices used in ‘Cosmic Disco’ by Grace Nichols

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.