Poetic Form and Meaning · Spring Term

Metaphor and Symbolism

Examining how poets use abstract imagery to represent complex human experiences.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a simple object represent a universal human emotion?
  2. 2What is the difference between a literal description and a metaphorical one?
  3. 3How does a recurring symbol strengthen the theme of a poem?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: English - Reading ComprehensionKS2: English - Poetry
Year: Year 6
Subject: English
Unit: Poetic Form and Meaning
Period: Spring Term

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