Activity B From The Simile Satellite choose the Help us Write a Simile Poem activity. Children liven up a dull poem about a teacher. It may help to brainstorm a list of similes before they start. Finished poems can be submitted to The Showcase. Activity C From the Simile Satellite choose the Write a Simile Riddle activity.
Children think of a mystery object or place and describe it using similes without saying what it is.
Finished riddles can be submitted to The Showcase. They build up their creature poem by listing all its body parts and writing a simile for each one. Finished poems can be submitted to the Showcase. Groups report on their activities, explaining to others what they have done and why. Encourage them to discuss any difficulties encountered and to respond positively and critically to peers' work.