The text of Bright Sky, Starry City often verges on poetry. The words have a distinct rhythm when read aloud and the author uses figurative language to tell the story and how Phoebe is feeling. As a class, come together and read the book aloud. Have students raise their hands when they hear an instance of figurative language (metaphor, simile, onomatopoeia, or words that appeal to the senses.) Pause and discuss what feeling, emotion or atmosphere the phrase communicates to the reader. If you wish, pay special attention to the text that describes the rainstorm. Review it as a class and discuss how its repetition, alliteration and rhythms paint a picture of the rainstorm with words. What other passages are similar?
