Starter quiz
- The 'hijab' is a special item in 'The Proudest Blue'. What type of word is 'hijab'?
- an adjective
- a verb
- a noun ✓
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- What type of words do you use to describe nouns?
- adverbs
- verbs
- adjectives ✓
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- If you use more than one adjective to describe a noun, which piece of punctuation do you use to separate them?
- question mark
- comma ✓
- full stop
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- Which conjunction do you use to give a reason?
- because ✓
- and
- so
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- What does 'descriptive' refer to in writing?
- use of language which creates a vivid image for the reader ✓
- simple and factual language to teach the reader
- questions to ask the reader
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- Which of the following phrases would be considered most descriptive?
- blue hijab
- sea blue, silk hijab
- sea blue, silk hijab flowing with pride ✓
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Exit quiz
- Which of the following adjectives would communicate the special nature of an item?
- rare ✓
- nice
- precious ✓
- cherished ✓
- simple
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- Which of the following adjectives would appropriately describe the colour green?
- leafy ✓
- olive ✓
- kind
- rose
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- Match the colours to the appropriate adjectives to describe them.
- red⇔burning, fiery, scarlet, crimson, rose, flaming, hot ✓
- white⇔snow, pearl, chalky, frosted, pale, cream, milk ✓
- brown⇔chocolate, tanned, dusky, coffee, toasted, chestnut ✓
- What is a simile?
- a linguistic device that compares two things, highlighting similarities ✓
- a linguistic device that compares two things, highlighting differences
- a linguistic device that pairs two things which rhyme
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- Match the simile to the sense it evokes for the reader.
- a faded shade of orange like the sunset⇔sight ✓
- jangles like chimes in the wind⇔sound ✓
- blanket as soft as a feather⇔touch ✓
- Complete the following simile appropriately: Her colourful scarf...
- is like a rainbow. ✓
- is as fluffy as sheep's fur. ✓
- is fluffy and warm.
- is long and tassly
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Lesson Details
Key learning points
- The colour blue is referred to repeatedly throughout the story and is part of what makes Asiya's hijab special to her.
- The author states what the hijab isn't as a way of communicating its special nature.
- Colours can be used to represent ideas, objects and feelings.
- Precise adjectives can enhance the description of colours and nouns.
- Similes can be used to compare two things using 'like' or 'as'.
Common misconception
Children may find it difficult to develop appropriate similes for their special item.
Model examples for a range of colours and powerful nouns they could be compared to. E.g. Green items could be compared to elements of a meadow or a tree.
Keywords
Colour - a visual perception related to an object's light absorption
Simile - a linguistic device that compares two things using 'like' or 'as', highlighting similarities and creating vivid imagery
Compare - to note what is the same and what is different
Adjective - a word that describes a noun
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