Literal vs Figurative Language means practising the idea at the table with a short text or prompt and one clear check. We will demo once, then your child tries.

Materials: 3–5 word cards from the text or list; Paper for a quick sketch or note. 1. Say the goal of Literal vs Figurative Language in plain words once. 2. Adult says a new word in a sentence, then gives a plain meaning. 3. Child uses three target words in their own spoken or written sentences. 4. Fresh check: one fresh word used in a sentence. Record and stop. Done: three clear uses of target words with a meaning check. Proof: parent note of examples and results. Stop: End after the fresh check; keep optional challenge for another day.