Reading analysis

Character actions and feelings to describe traits

Reading Comprehension Strategies list - Download as a PDF or view online for free

SIFT for Lit

Book Analysis Poster Rubric - Download as a PDF or view online for free

Steps of teaching literary analysis -- brief overview, but a good visual to share with students; tied to Bloom's taxonomy

I LOVE POETRY! I love to read it, write it, and teach it, and above all, I want my students to love it too! In order for them to love it, however, they have to understand it. I've always had a difficult time getting students to think deeply when it comes to poetry analysis, so I decided to develop a new process this year to help them practice. I ended up with a seven step process. To practice, I put together a packet of six of my personal favorite poems. We went through the packet together…

Literary devices are the tools that writers use to enhance their writing and convey their messages effectively. These devices are the building blocks of literature, and they help to create a special and pointed effect in writing. They can be used to convey information, emphasize certain points, or help readers understand writing on a deeper ... Read more