Symbolism Game for Making Connections in Literature
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Many great literary and poetic works contain enriching symbolism, but these symbols are useless unless students know how to actively search and find connections between the concrete world and abstract ideas. This game gives students the chance to practice and strengthen that skill.
In this game, the class is divided into groups of 3 or 4 students each, and each group is given a random “Concrete Object Card,” along with an “Abstract Idea Card.” Groups must then find and explain connections between these seemingly random items and ideas. The first round is difficult for many students, but they catch on quickly as they learn to find meaning in the ordinary.
This resource includes the following:
✅ Teaching Instructions
✅ A Page of Examples
✅ 24 Concrete Object Cards
✅ 24 Abstract Idea Cards
"This got my students thinking! It helped them think more abstractly - they were very stuck on simple symbols, and this helped start analyzing their novels in a deeper way!" –Mackenzie B. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"This was a very fun and engaging way to get the entire class involved in interpreting and creating symbols. Students who are normally quiet were encouraged to participate, and it helped students to "think outside the box." It left my 9th graders well-prepared to search for symbols within the novel we were reading. Great resource!" –Carol L. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Related Resources
For fun, visual symbolism practice, check out this Symbolism Accordion Art activity!
For practice reviewing traditional symbols and their conventional meanings, check out this Symbolism Matching Game!
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