Curated OER
Homonyms
Nineteen sets of homonyms are listed in this colorful PowerPoint. Each set is on its own slide with accompanying images to help understanding. This is a fabulous presentation to show during your homonyms lesson!
Curated OER
My Blackberry Isn't Working
This worksheet starts out on a strong note by using a humorous video called "My Blackberry Is Not Working" from BBC One to teach parody. While they watch the short video, viewers fill out a chart about the electronic brands, noting any...
Martin Lawrence Galleries
Martin Lawrence Galleries: Robert Deyber
Audiences of all ages will love the humor in the artwork of Robert Deyber. Most of his paintings are funny interpretations of famous phrases. In a way, he creates a visual play on words.
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Read Works: 4th Grade Lesson: Puns
[Free Registration/Login Required] A lesson in which students use the book Rhyme & PUNishment Adventures in Wordplay by Brian P. Cleary to learn to identify and understand the use of puns. Lesson includes direct teaching, guided...
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Bob's Byway: Glossary of Poetic Terms
Calling itself "unique," Bob's is easy to use, with cross-links throughout, phonetic pronunciation guides when necessary, and many examples and quotations. Click on the letter and scroll for the word.