English Language Arts9-12+
Literary Terms Guided Notes
By Ari T.
A 1-page guided notes handout for 9th graders to define and exemplify key literary terms. Students will record definitions, provided examples, and create their own examples for each term.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this handout as a scaffolded introduction to literary terms, perhaps before reading a new text.
- Discussion Question: Which of these literary terms do you see used most often in your favorite books or movies?
- Scaffold: For students needing support, pre-fill some of the 'own example' sections or work through the first few terms together as a class.
- Extension: Challenge advanced students to find examples of each term in a provided text or to write a short paragraph incorporating at least five of the terms.
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes.
English Language Arts9-12+
Literary Terms Guided Notes
By Ari T.
A 1-page guided notes handout for 9th graders to define and exemplify key literary terms. Students will record definitions, provided examples, and create their own examples for each term.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this handout as a scaffolded introduction to literary terms, perhaps before reading a new text.
- Discussion Question: Which of these literary terms do you see used most often in your favorite books or movies?
- Scaffold: For students needing support, pre-fill some of the 'own example' sections or work through the first few terms together as a class.
- Extension: Challenge advanced students to find examples of each term in a provided text or to write a short paragraph incorporating at least five of the terms.
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes.