We began by reviewing the course outline and classroom expectations (click here for course outline). We then discussed metaphors and learned that metaphors aren't always simple, one-to-one comparisons; often metaphors delve into the abstract such as in the phrase "Education opens up a door of possibilities." In this example, a door is a metaphor for education or learning.
Students were then asked to imagine how a 'rock' could be used as a metaphor. Students wrote these out on a sheet of paper and should have at least three metaphors for rock for next class.
Students also worked on a 'show what you know' activity that involved synonyms, antonyms, prefixes. . . this should be completed for next class.
To prepare for tomorrow, ask your parents who Simon and Garfunkel are and then do a Youtube search on them and have a look.
