Characters, Metaphors and Similes (Full Screen)

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Price: $48.95
  
Grades: 3 to 6
  
Runtime: 15 minutes
  
Item #: W2841
  
Availability: In Stock!
  
Format: DVD
  
Closed-Captioning: No


PRODUCT SUMMARY


Students learn about Roald Dahl's technique for exaggerating tiny peculiarities of people to make them larger, uglier, better and more interesting than in real life. Students will learn why extreme characters create vivid impressions and how metaphors and similies bring liveliness to the writing. Includes a study guide.


EDITORIAL REVIEWS


"...Dahl is certain to entice his fans, gain new readers, and encourage creativity...recommended..."- Booklist (Jan 1 & 15, 2004)
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