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4.9B · Poetry devices

Grade 4 English Language Arts TEKS

Overview

Explain simile, metaphor, personification used to create images.

Code
4.9B
Grade
4
Subject
English Language Arts

With 4.9B, Grade 4 students practice Poetry devices in multiple representations and contexts.

This standard clarifies expectations for Poetry devices so lesson goals, checks for understanding, and feedback stay aligned.

FAQ

How do I assess understanding of Poetry devices?

Use short exit tickets and tasks where students explain decisions, show multiple representations, or justify answers—directly aligned to 4.9B.

How does 4.9B connect to future learning?

It lays groundwork for the next grade by deepening accuracy and flexibility with Poetry devices, so students can tackle more complex problems later.

What are common pitfalls when teaching Poetry devices?

Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 4.9B.

What does standard 4.9B mean in English Language Arts?

Standard 4.9B describes the essential skills and understandings for Poetry devices in Grade 4. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.