HEARTBEATS IN THE DARK

HEARTBEATS IN THE DARK

Put yourself in the boy’s shoes. How does he feel and think in this story? Read the text silently.

HEARTBEATS IN THE DARK

Is there something we are afraid of trying?

Think about how it would feel like if we overcame that fear just like the kite in this poem.

HOW THE LITTLE KITE LEARNED TO FLYBY KATHERINE PYLE

"I never can do it," the little kite said,As he looked at the others high over his head.

"I know I should fall if I tried to fly.""Try," said the big kite, “only try!Or I fear you never will learn at all."But the little kite said, "I'm afraid I'll fall."The big kite nodded, "Ah, well, good-bye;I am off." And he rose toward the tranquil sky.

HOW THE LITTLE KITE LEARNED TO FLYBY KATHERINE PYLEThen the little kite's paper stirred at the sight.And trembling he shook himself free for flight.First whirling and frightened, then braver grown,Up, up he rose through the air alone,Till the big kite looking down could seeThe little one rising steadily.

HOW THE LITTLE KITE LEARNED TO FLYBY KATHERINE PYLE

Then how the little kite thrilled with pride,As he sailed with the big kite side by side!While far below he could see the ground,And the boys like small spots moving round.They rested high in the quiet air,And only the birds and clouds were there.

HOW THE LITTLE KITE LEARNED TO FLYBY KATHERINE PYLE

"Oh, how happy I am,'.' the little kite cried."And all because I was brave and tried."

HEARTBEATS IN THE DARK Refer to the text. Underline/highlight good words and

phrases in the text. Choose about 5 of the words/ phrases to

write inside your vocabulary book. HOMEWORK (By Mon):

Write out the meaning of words/ phrases you do not know. Refer to a dictionary or ask someone for help.

HEARTBEATS IN THE DARKWhat is a Simile and a Metaphor???

Jokes1. What did the old auntie say to the

camera?2. Answer: si..mile…3. What did the passenger say to the bus

uncle in Singlish?4. Answer: Me…tap…hor?

HEARTBEATS IN THE DARK

What is a Simile and a Metaphor???

Video and Song Time

Paste the list on the last page of your vocab book with *glue or stapler.

Let’s go through this list together.

HEARTBEATS IN THE DARKI am going to show you a few scenarios.For each scenario, use the most appropriate simile or metaphor to fill in the blank.

HEARTBEATS IN THE DARKLet’s Try It Out

Scenario 1: Simile or MetaphorWilliam was so tired that he________________ until he was late for school the next morning.

slept like a log

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Scenario 2: Simile or MetaphorTed is Mary’s best friend because he _________________ and gives her good advice when she has problems.

is her listening ear

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Scenario 3: Simile or MetaphorMother was about ______________________ at me when I quickly apologised for my rude behaviour.

to snap like a crocodile

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Scenario 4: Simile or MetaphorI noticed a long, beautiful red dress, ___________________, hanging behind my mother’s bedroom door.

as crimson as blood

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Scenario 5: Simile or MetaphorThis book is really useful as it helped me to score an ‘A’ for English. It truly ___________.is a gem

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Now, use the most appropriate Visual or Sound image to fill in the blank.

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Scenario 1: Visual or Sound ImageHis room was ____________________. I couldn’t even find his bed!

a mountain of books

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Scenario 2: Visual or Sound ImageJack quickly ran down the beanstalk when he heard _____________________________.the stomping of the angry giant

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Scenario 3: Visual or Sound ImageThe class could see the teacher’s _________________ when she began to frown in the midst of the noisy chatter.patience eroding

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Scenario 4: Visual or Sound ImageThe moment the little girl saw her Christmas present, she let out a _________________ as she jumped for joy.squeal of delight

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Scenario 5: Visual or Sound ImageAs I left my house after studying for the whole day, __________________ hit my face and I felt so refreshed.

a blast of fresh air