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Orpheus the Lyrical – Figurative Language Review Game InteractiveOrpheus the Lyrical – Figurative Language Review Game Interactive
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E Reading Games
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3rd - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Interactives
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30 mins
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Orpheus the Lyrical – Figurative Language Review Game

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Turn grammar practice into a game, a video game this is! Scholars show what they know about figurative language with a video game that takes them through a land filled with coins, magic, and animals. Concepts include similes, metaphors, personification, and hyperbole. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

figurative language, similes, metaphors, hyperbole, personification, video games, Grammar

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Send the link home so class members can practice outside of school 
  • Allow learners to play the game when they finish a task early 
  • Create a figurative language reference sheet that class members in need of extra support can reference while they play 

Classroom Considerations

  • The game's music is simple and repetitive; encourage learners to use headphones or play the game without sound
  • Pupils should be familiar with specific figurative language concepts 
  • Beware of advertisements on the game's webpage 

Pros

  • Offers links to learn about figurative language through text and video 
  • Provides instant feedback whether answer is correct or incorrect 
  • You may choose the game's level of difficulty 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

L.3.5.a L.4.5.a L.5.5.a L.6.5.a L.7.5.a L.8.5.a L.9-10.5.a L.11-12.5.a

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