Overview
Students will begin a very exciting journey into the world of poems by learning the basic elements of poetry. They will experience and learn these elements by reading various poems; listening to music lyrics and ultimately creating their own poetry for the annual poetry slam…I call mine the "Lopezland Poetry Slam." A poetry slam is a culminating project that allows students to show off their ability to incorporate the elements of poetry into their own poems. Through writing and speaking poetry, students develop oral language and presentation skills.
Objective
Students Will:
- Write an "Ode" using the concepts covered.
Lesson Plans for this Unit
Lesson 1: Introduction to the Poetry Unit
Lesson 2: What are the Elements of Poetry?
Supporting Books
- Everything You Need:
- Subjects:Independent Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literary Devices, Listening Comprehension, Public Speaking, Poetry Writing, Communication and Language Development, Music, National Poetry Month, Teacher Tips and Strategies
- Skills:Reading Comprehension, Listening Comprehension, Public Speaking, Poetry Writing
- Duration:4 Weeks
