Explode the Moment 
Online imagery lesson
Parts of Speech Quiz
Oh boy! I can't wait to see how I do!
Writing a Descriptive Essay lesson
Similes and Metaphors Complete this, print it out, and turn it in.
Time for some fun:
See how much you know about idioms, similes, metaphors, alliterations, hyperbole, and onomatopoeia!
I know you'll want to play Fling the Teacher!
Good luck flinging!
METAPHORS--
A metaphor is a comparison of two dissimilar things without the use of the words like or as. Test your skill at identifying and creating metaphors!
Game One Game 2 Game 3 Game 4
Simile Metaphor Fling the Teacher!
Play a Figurative Language--Outer Space Attackers-- HERE!
More Figurative Language: Rock, Paper, Scissors!--HERE!
So, how do you really feel about that? Telling how you feel and what you think--your valued opinion--is the whole point of writing a review. Reviews are, simply put, a type of essay that tells the good and/or bad points about a movie, cd, tv show, play, song, restaurant...the list goes on!
Before you get started writing your own review on the topic of your choice, it's a good idea to see some examples of reviews which are already out there. Check out the following sites:
Rolling Stone Magazine--movies and music
Filmcritic.com--good examples of movie reviews
Roger Ebert--reviews are a bit short, but should give you some idea of what a review looks and sounds like, as well as the kind of information to include.
NPR.org (National Public Radio)--music reviews
Mad Libs Generator HERE!
Try hysterical Funbrain MadLibs! Click me!
Or...Here are some 
Wacky Web Tales to try!
ABC's poetry
A different kind of ABC poem.
My Examples of ABC poems:
My Friend, Felicia
Always there,
Because she lived down the street and we
Could walk from one house to the other.
Dilly-dallying in the front or back yards, we
Eagerly searched for a
Fantasyland which would take us away where we would find
Goblins, or maybe just the boy next door, or
Handsome princes (which would show up much later).
In a matter of years, which seemed like moments—
Just when one phase had ended, another began.
Kids at heart, still girls in our minds, we were fully grown.
Ladies. Women. And she was the first to
Marry.
No time to waste, no reason to wait, so children came next,
Of course.
Perfect life?
Quite perfect, actually.
Really seems to be...in my humble opinion.
Sweet life, actually.
Time for family, time for travel, money enough for luxuries
Unimaginable for many: a place in Hawaii, cruises to wherever, diamond-encrusted watches
Vying for attention from the sapphire ring on her finger
Which equals that of a royal.
X-actly the kind of life we dreamed about in the
Yard while we played with our Barbies—she has reached her
Zenith: the wealthy Chicago wife and mother, my best friend.
The ABC's of Dogs
As much as you love them, they will love you back.
Be kinder to them than to your friends; your dogs are more sincere.
Caring for them is your first priority.
Do go to the vet when in doubt.
Each time you get a lick, remember, it's their kiss.
Find a way to make other animals' lives better.
Go out of your way to make them happy!
Hug them. Hold them. They know that's love.
Instinct. Use yours, too!
Just for fun, give your babies a treat once in a while!
Keep them out of the heat, rain, and cold.
Love love love. They return it ten times more than you can imagine.
Make time for walks and games.
Never tug on their necks, teeth, or tails.
Only give them high quality food--and that's not table scraps!
Play gently. They can get hurt easily.
Quiet time is needed for all creatures. Let them have some.
Remember that time on this earth is limited. Love them to the fullest while you can.
Smile! Dogs really do smile!
Tolerate. Dogs will act like dogs, and to expect anything else is asking too much.
Understand when they need you.
Victory to those who do not hit or beat, or rub noses in accidents. Shame on those who do...
When your loved one is in incurable illness and pain, it's time to give the gentlest and best gift man can give to his best friend.
X-pect that to happen....sometime.
Your greatest gift to your best friend is your limitless compassion.
Z? Z best friend on the face of the planet is a rescued pet. They know you've saved them, and they will show it until their last breath.
Diamante Poems
What is a diamante poem? Can you guess? A diamante poem is written in the shape of a diamond, and each line has certain requirements.
Click here to begin writing your own!
The Time MachineWatch "The Time Machine (1960)" Movie
Play a paragraph game! It's Fling the Teacher right HERE!
When do you use Their, There, They're?
Their, There, and They're quiz
MORE There, they're and their practice!
Give there, they're and their ONE MORE SHOT!
QUOTATION MARKS--Write a Dialogue!
Copy and paste the following dialogue onto a Word document. Then retype it punctuated correctly.
REMEMBER:
Every time someone new begins speaking, you begin a new line and indent!
This is quite a large crowd Andrea whispered to her friends. You're right answered Paul. I
understand that this speaker is a famous expert on the Old West. Bill who was sitting on
Andrea's left, joined the conversation by asking Why do you think that topic is so popular?
It may have something to do with the programs on television Andrea suggested.
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