Transform your ELA or ESL classroom with this bright and engaging Figurative Language Bulletin Board Poster Set! These clean, easy-to-read anchor charts help students understand and remember eight of the most important types of figurative language. Each poster includes a student-friendly definition and two simple, kid-appropriate examples—perfect for improving reading comprehension, writing skills, and test preparation.
Whether you're teaching whole-group lessons, supporting independent writing, or building a grammar-rich classroom environment, these posters provide consistent visual reinforcement all year long. Teachers love using them during mini-lessons, small groups, conferencing, literacy centers, and notebook reference activities.
What’s Included
- 8 Figurative Language Posters
- 1 Mini notebook-sized anchor chart for student binders
- Clean, modern classroom-friendly design
- Simple definitions written for elementary–middle students
- Two kid-friendly examples per poster
- Print in full color or black & white
Categories Included
- Alliteration
- Hyperbole
- Idiom
- Metaphor
- Onomatopoeia
- Oxymoron
- Personification
- Simile
Why Teachers Love This Resource
- Easy-to-read visuals for classroom walls or binder inserts
- Supports diverse learners including ESL/EFL students
- Boosts academic vocabulary during reading and writing tasks
- Perfect for scaffolding writing skills during essays and creative tasks
Use It For
- Essay writing support
- Writing workshop or writing centers
- Small-group interventions
- Reading comprehension lessons
- Notebook reference pages
Perfect for Teachers Searching For:
- Figurative language posters for classroom walls
- ELA anchor charts for grades 3–8
- ESL figurative language visuals
- Simile, metaphor, and idiom classroom charts
- Reading and writing vocabulary resources
- Printable figurative language reference pages
- Literacy center figurative language materials
Pair It With
Expand figurative language practice with the Sentence Starters Chart Poster from Hot Chocolate Teachables — a perfect companion for centers, assessments, and small groups.
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