Poetic Form and Meaning · Spring Term
Metaphor and Symbolism
Examining how poets use abstract imagery to represent complex human experiences.
Key Questions
- 1How can a simple object represent a universal human emotion?
- 2What is the difference between a literal description and a metaphorical one?
- 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
Suggested Methodologies
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