Figurative VS Literal Language
Tuesday April 5, 2005
Don't take this for granted when you're working with students with learning difficulties. The next time you say, "I was marking those projects last night, burning the midnight oil" you might just be surprised at how quickly these statements are taken literally. I once used the term 'Let's take up the homework'. My student asked me where he should take it up to. Teaching the difference between figurative and literal language is important. Find out more.