Figures of Speech explores figurative language and examines word relationships in context by interpreting statements that contain figures of speech.

Figurative Language and Tone interprets figurative language and shows its relationship to tone.

Personification defines and identifies examples of personification.

Text Structure and Genre shows how knowledge of the structure of a text can determine the genre of the text.

“Using Personification in Poetry” is a video lesson that defines personification, discusses its use in poetry, and demonstrates how to compose a poem using personification.

Metaphors and Similes explores metaphors and similes by interpreting literal and figurative meanings.

This video will help students understand the critical role of comparative figurative language (metaphor, simile, and personification) in establishing theme in poetry.

“Idioms, Adages, and Proverbs” is a video that explains the meanings of common idioms, adages, and proverbs.

This is the video titled “Literal versus Figurative” which discusses idioms and adages and compares their literal and figurative meanings.

An Introduction to narratives. Part 4 in our series 'Planning & Writing a Narrative'. This video demonstrates how to plan and write an effective problem (complication).

Learn the difference between metaphors and similes and understand why these two figurative language devices are so important in writing.

In this video, I break down how to use examples, metaphors, analogies, and similes to build and explain your ideas in your writing. You can use these in your paragraphs and essays to take your ideas to the next level. I explain the...

SchoolOnline's Secondary English videos are brilliant, bite-size tutorial videos delivered by examiners. Ideal for ages 13-17, they cover every key skill in English Reading and Writing that students need to master in clear and easy to...

SchoolOnline's Secondary English videos are brilliant, bite-size tutorial videos delivered by examiners. Ideal for ages 13-17, they cover every key skill in English Reading and Writing that students need to master in clear and easy to...

SchoolOnline's Secondary English videos are brilliant, bite-size tutorial videos delivered by examiners. Ideal for ages 13-17, they cover every key skill in English Reading and Writing that students need to master in clear and easy to...

Our second lesson will zoom into the finer elements of prose fiction. We’ll tackle narrative style, techniques and figurative language. You’ll discover a writer’s number one rule – show, don’t tell. Soon enough, you’ll have all the...

Poetry can be puzzling. But we’ll help you piece it together! In this second lesson, we’ll unravel soundscapes, imagery, figurative language, tone and voice. Afterwards, you’ll have some handy new tools to help you understand and...

SchoolOnline's Primary English videos are brilliant, bite-size tutorial videos delivered by examiners and skilled teachers. Ideal for ages 9-13, they cover every key skill in English Reading and Writing that students need to master in...

Our third lesson will zoom into the finer elements of prose fiction. We’ll delve into figurative language, imagery, rhythm, syntax and tone. We’ll review some basic language features before building on your understanding. To help us,...

SchoolOnline's Secondary English videos are brilliant, bite-size tutorial videos delivered by examiners. Ideal for ages 13-17, they cover every key skill in English Reading and Writing that students need to master in clear and easy to...

Let's first answer the question 'what is an idiom?' then we will look at the most common British idioms and phrases with meanings and examples. Timestamps and links are below!



0:07 What is
an idiom?
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Reading, summary, and analysis of Robert Frost's "Out, Out-" In this video we'll look at the poem's literary techniques, historical context, biographical connection, and Shakespeare inspired title. The buzz saw snarled and rattled in the...

Let’s dive deeper into the world of poetry. In this second lesson, we’ll explore poetry with all five senses. Discover how poets use sound devices, sensory imagery, figurative language and much more! Soon, you’ll have all the tools you...

Our second lesson will zoom into the finer elements of prose fiction. We’ll explore narrative style, techniques, figurative language, imagery, syntax and tone. We’ll revisit some basic language features before building on your...