Personification

Personification is a literary device in which a non-human object or idea is given human qualities, emotions, or abilities. This can help create vivid and imaginative descriptions, making the writing more colorful and engaging.

Examples of Personification:

• The sun smiled down on the earth.
• The wind whispered through the trees.
• The flowers danced in the breeze.
• The stars winked at me from the night sky.

Study Guide:

Here are some key points to remember about personification:

1. Identifying Personification: Look for human qualities or actions attributed to non-human things.
2. Effect on Writing: Discuss how personification can make writing more lively and descriptive.
3. Practice: Encourage students to create their own examples of personification using everyday objects or elements of nature.
4. Reading Comprehension: Have students identify personification in stories or poems they read and discuss the impact it has on the writing.

Understanding personification can enhance a student's ability to appreciate and analyze literature, as well as improve their own writing skills.

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