Description: Get grades 5-8 students engaged in learning the English language with this book on figurative language. This book includes 20 standards-based, content-area lessons that help students develop their skills in writing, word meanings, and using context clues.
Brief description: Melissa Cheesman Smith, M.Ed., holds a master's degree in curriculum and instruction and has been teaching for 10 years. She teaches literacy classes for a university, presents at literacy conferences, and facilitates professional development workshops.