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Step by Step: Poetry Unit for Elementary Classrooms

Week One of the Poetry Unit Plan – Figurative Language

Week Two – Introduction to Poetry

Engaging Poetry Elements Activity

Fourth Grade Poetry Writing

Weeks Three & Four –Write Original Poetry

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9 Fun Poetry Lessons to Add to Your Next Unit

Poetry Out Loud Lesson Plans

Poetry Writing Lessons

Happy Poetry Writing! It’s such a fun way to expand your students’ writing capabilities, and I hope these poetry lesson ideas help you! And if you’re looking for more ways to engage your students, I’ve got tons of ideas in my free Classroom Community Planner . Download it for free here to keep the fun going after your elementary poetry unit!

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Poetry Out Loud is not intended to replace classroom activities like creative writing. In fact, the two naturally complement each other. For that reason, we have created a number of optional writing activities and lesson plans for teachers.

Do you have some great Poetry Out Loud lesson plans? Email us at [email protected] to share your ideas!

For further ideas on poetry instruction, visit the  Poetry Foundation’s Learning section.

 “My English class would practice with each other every week, getting tips and tricks from our teacher before the class competition. My main focus was always ensuring that I had a deep understanding of the author’s intended tone and purpose.” Ella Weinmann, 2023 New Hampshire Champion

Downloadable PDF Lesson Plans

Poems Put to Use  (PDF) Students write about poems being put to use and, in the process, imagine the practical advantages of poem memorization and recitation.

The Tabloid Ballad  (PDF) This lesson teaches students about the typical metrical forms and narrative structure of the ballad by having them write ballads based on comic, even outrageous source material.

The Tone Map  (PDF) As students learn to name the tones of voice that the poem moves through, they learn to describe mixed emotions and to distinguish subtle shifts in tone and mood. 

Poetry, Celebrity, and the Power of Connotation  (PDF) Students learn to recognize some of the most common strategies that poets use when writing about historical figures. With these in mind, students then hunt up and present other poems about historical figures.

Golden Shovel   (PDF) Students learn to read and write poems through a new form.

In Another’s Voice  (PDF) This lesson focuses on poems that enter into a voice other than the poet’s, perhaps not even a human voice, so that students can explore the dramatic possibilities within a poem.

Keeping Score  (PDF) In this lesson, students practice close readings of poems by analyzing the style—what musicians call the “dynamics” —of the poem: its volume, speed, language, syntax, lineation, and punctuation.

Poetry As Ceremony   (PDF) This lesson focuses on poems that have the sound of ritual, often with an incantatory rhythm that can guide students in memorization and performance.

Visualizing Voice  (PDF) In this lesson, students will practice close reading by deciding points of emphasis within a poem.

Line Dancing  (PDF) This exercise will help students become more comfortable with line breaks, to think about the ways in which they can inform not only the meaning of a poem on the page, but also how understanding line breaks may aid in the performance of poetry out loud as well.

Lesson Plans by Eileen Murphy that complement Poetry Out Loud

Sonic Patterns: Exploring Poetic Techniques Through Close Reading Students use the idea of a composed memory and their knowledge of sonic patterns to draft, revise, and share their own original text.

Speaking Poetry: Exploring Sonic Patterns Through Performance Students engage in a variety of vocal activities and performance techniques based on word sounds and then prepare a recitation for small group performances and compare their interpretative choices as part of the reflection process.

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The Academy of American Poets presents poetry lesson plans, most of which align with Common Core State Standards, and all of which have been reviewed by our Educator in Residence with an eye toward developing skills of perception and imagination. We hope they will inspire the educators in our community to bring even more poems into your classrooms!

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Interactive Poetry Activities Your Students Will Love

Do you want to make poetry so fun and engaging that your students will ask for more? Here are some simple activities to get you started.

1. Blackout Poetry

There are so many reasons blackout poetry is great: kids love it, it's creative, and it forces you to clean the falling-apart books from your classroom library without the guilt of tossing them in the trash.

What is blackout poetry? It's simple. Rip out the pages of old books. Give the students some basic instructions, then watch the creativity flow!

Sample Instructions:

Blackout Poetry Examples:

2. Poet VS Poet

College basketball's March Madness is the perfect time to pit poet against poet for some exciting classroom debates, but any time of year teachers can create a similar feel by putting poets head to head and comparing their power.

Kids love competition. Creating competition with poetry naturally adds excitement and connects a sometimes intimidating genre with something familiar.

How do you implement a poet vs poet match up in your classroom? You could use an already created tool ( see Poet Vs Poet here ) or create your own match ups. For example, after a simple lesson on figurative language, ask your students to read the poetry of two different poets and rate their use of metaphors, similes, personification, and imagery. As a class, debate the poet's ratings using text based evidence.

If you are at all familiar with the basketball brackets of March Madness, poetry brackets work the same way (and you can find and download blank brackets by doing a simple Google search). I like to start with a sweet sixteen of poets, then narrow down to an elite eight, a final four, a championship, and a winner. Poets advance by having classes vote on the better poet in each match up. The reward of listening to kids debate poet's skills like the poets are athletes is worth any time it takes setting up this activity.

3. Found Poems

Found poems give language to students who may struggle to find the right words. Found poetry is easily accessible, hands on, and fun. Easy to set up, all you need to do to implement found poetry in your classroom is gather together stacks of old magazines, scissors, glue, and colorful paper.

First, instruct students to find powerful words in the pages of magazines, cut them out, and make piles on their desk. You could also assign cutting out powerful words from old magazines for homework and save yourself the time and mess in your classroom.

Next, students arrange and rearrange the words on their desk into meaningful poetry. This is a great opportunity to reinforce the power of form, shape, and line breaks in poetry and encourage students to be thoughtful in their choices. Talk to your students about choosing the best words, eliminating unnecessary words, and playing around with word choice.

Finally, instruct students to glue their poem into place on a colorful piece of paper and decorate your room with the beauty and power of poetry.

4. Poetry Escape Room

A poetry escape room is the most engaging and fun way to introduce or review poetry with your students. Escape rooms by nature are hands on and engaging. Combine the fun of an escape room with poetry and your kids will be hooked. (Check out the poetry escape room I did with my students here.)

Escape rooms, or breakout rooms, are a new trend similar to scavenger hunts. In a poetry escape room, students put together clues based on poems, poets, figurative language, poetry form, rhyme scheme, or any other poetic element. Then, students work to unlock the clues using their poetry knowledge.

Poets are experts at hiding meaning within the lines of their poetry, so use that to create clues that ask students to interpret, make inferences, and analyze. Escape rooms are a great method of turning tasks that can be intimidating to kids and making them into interactive challenges that students are motivated to engage in.

To create a poetry escape room, first choose the poetic elements or reading skills you want to target, a specific poem you want students to read and reread several times in different ways, or a theme or poet to design your escape room around.

Next, gather the materials and tasks that you would normally share with students in a traditional format, but think of creative ways to turn the tasks into clues. For example, if you want students to identify the figurative language in a poem, create task cards that students have to place in the order that those poetic elements appear in the poem. Hide small letters on the task cards so when students place the cards in order, the next clue appears. See the example below:

Get creative and hide clues within poems with bold words, put clues on task cards that students have to place in a certain order based on analysis, or choose clues based on symbolism or inferences that students can find only when they do a close read of the poem.

Although escape rooms require a lot of preparation and thought, the end result is worth the time. Students will be more engaged, thoughtful, and active in reading poetry than you could ever imagine. Escape rooms are a great way to review poetic elements or kick off a new study of poetry when you really want to catch students' attention and get them motivated.

Check out my step by step guide to creating your own escape room here .

5. Poetry Mash Up

Create a poetry mash up by writing poetry forms on slips of paper and placing them in one jar, types of figurative language and placing them in a second jar, and sound elements and placing them in a third jar. Pass the jars around the classroom and have students choose from each one, writing a poem based on what they chose.

For example, a student might choose haiku (poetry form), imagery (figurative language), and onomatopoeia (sound element). That student would then be challenged to write a haiku with imagery and an onomatopoeia. There are endless combinations and kids will have a blast writing, sharing, and seeing what poems are created in your poetry mash up.

Play over and over and model your poetry writing with students as well. Have fun laughing at the ridiculous and enjoy the surprise when students create some really amazing pieces with different combinations of poetic elements.

Making poetry fun and hands on is not only possible, but with a little creativity, it's really easy to implement at any level. Help your students to find the joy in creating magic with only a few words in different shapes and forms. Take the intimidation factor out of poetry by connecting poetry to fun challenges, familiar activities, and hand on learning.

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Teaching Poetry in High School – Lessons, Activities, and Ideas

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One reason why I love teaching poetry in high school is because of the rich conversations you can have with students.  No matter what school setting I am teaching in, my students always have so much to say about poetry. When students feel confident in their abilities, they truly love the challenge of reading poetry .  In this blog post, you will learn how you can instill the love of poetry in your students.  I will also share some activities and resources to teach poetry to high school students .

How do you introduce a poem in high school?

Have your students ever described poetry as boring or confusing?  It is pretty common for them to feel overwhelmed by poetry.  This is because poetry is so different from the styles of writing that they are used to exploring in the classroom.  In order for students to move past this attitude towards poetry, they need to feel confident in their abilities.

To instill this confidence, it can be helpful to introduce poetry slowly .  Before diving into a poem, you may want to first teach the basic elements of poetry .  This will help students acquire the vocabulary that they need to discuss poetry in the classroom.

Another introductory lesson involves familiarizing students with poetic devices .  Being able to identify figurative language in poetry will help students further develop their thoughts about the poem.  Discussing poetic devices can also help students analyze the author’s style of writing.

Activities to teach poetry in high school

One of the most important skills for high school students is annotating .  Annotating is the process of writing notes next to a verse of poetry  These notes may express thoughts, questions, evaluations, or definitions.  They may also note the meter (or “rhythm”) of the poem.  Annotating will help students to develop an in-depth analysis of a poem.  

Once students understand the elements of poetry and feel comfortable with identifying poetic devices, they are ready to practice annotating .  To teach annotation, you can break the process down into steps.  This blog post shares a 4-step process for annotating poetry.  You can also use this free annotation bookmark as a personal anchor chart for students as they work through these four steps.

A great way to make annotating accessible to students is to practice with music lyrics .  Students already have a lot to say about their favorite artists and songs; because of the cultural relevance of the music they enjoy, they often feel confident analyzing it and making inferences.  Modeling annotation on song lyrics is a great way to hook your students and scaffold this skill.

This poetry unit for high school includes slideshow lessons, word wall activities, vocabulary anchor charts, bookmarks, annotation activities, and informational handouts.  During this 2-week unit, students will learn how to fluently read and analyze poetry .

How do you make poetry fun in high school?

If there’s any unit my high school students resonate with, it’s poetry.  This is because there are so many ways to make poetry engaging and fun.  For the most part, my students enjoy poetry because they see it as relevant to popular culture .  This is why teaching poetry in high school is so rewarding!

In order to help them see the relevance of poetry, we spend a lot of time exploring modern poets in various forms.  They are especially interested in the new wave of free verse poets on Instagram , also known as “Instapoets.”  Some examples of these are Rupi Kaur, Tyler Knott Gregson, and Kate Baer.  Song lyrics form another connection between poetry and popular culture and serve as a great way to teach poetic devices .

Your students will probably have the most fun writing their own poetry .  If they are reluctant, you could start off with a few icebreakers or creative writing prompts to help them become more expressive in your classroom.  Your students might enjoy replicating the styles of free verse poetry popularized on Instagram.  If so, you can lead a free verse poetry workshop with them.

If you students would prefer something more structured, then styles like sonnets and haiku might be more appropriate.  Using a sonnet template or haiku outline will offer them more guidance without limiting their creativity and expression.

Best poetry for high school students

Here are a few poetry picks that your high school students will love!

Milk and Honey by Rupi Kaur – Kaur wrote this collection of poems at 21.  It shares her coming-of-age experience as an Indo-Canadian woman.  It is vulnerable, feminine, powerful, and features simple illustrations alongside the text.

And Still I Rise by Maya Angelou – Angelou’s collection of poetry shares the themes of strength, loneliness, and determination.  The singular poem by the same name serves as a great read for an individual lesson.

“ The Negro Speaks of Rivers ” by Langston Hughes – This poem serves as a great lesson for exploring figurative language.  This annotation lesson facilitates a guided close reading of the poem to teach your students how to annotate.

William Shakespeare’s Sonnets – These classic poems are a great way to explore Shakespeare’s iconic sonnet form.  Students can read one of Shakespeare’s popular sonnets before writing their own using this sonnet writing workshop .

Night Sky with Exit Wounds by Ocean Vuong – Vuong is a Vietnamese American poet who recalls memories of grief and war in this full-length collection of poems.  His work is a great example of contemporary poetry.

Teaching Poetry in High School: Tying it All Together

There are so many ways to make poetry fun and engaging for high school students.  I hope this blog post has helped you with a few lesson plans and activities to teach poetry in high school.   It’s really inspiring to see students feeling confident in reading and analyzing poetry, and it makes for great classroom conversations!

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9 Fun Poetry Lessons to Add to Your Next Unit

Did you land on this post while searching for ways to make poetry less painful…more exciting…more interactive…more creative? Maybe you’re starting your first poetry unit, or maybe you need a way to engage students who claim to dislike it. In this post, you’ll find nine fun poetry lessons for secondary.

1. Creative Writing

Help students study the importance of text structure as they write nonfiction-inspired poetry. Try blending elements of prose, verse, picture books, and concrete poetry to help students understand the power of word choice and aesthetics.

This would also be an opportune time to fit in the concepts of rhythm and rhyme. Studying how words are arranged can help students understand the impact of author’s craft on the overall reader’s experience.

In this activity, students read a nonfiction text (selected by you or by them!), identify their key takeaways, and respond creatively using poetry! Read more about this lesson plan here .

2. Music Analysis

Poetry lessons wouldn’t be complete without music lyric analysis!

I incorporate music into every poetry unit because it makes the genre more relevant to reluctant students. Reading poetry is an opportunity to practice analysis and annotation skills. Songs change in popularity, and each class has a different culture, which should be taken into consideration when selecting music.

One of my favorite lessons using poetry is when I introduce the presence of figurative language in verse with the song “ My Heart’s a Stereo .” It’s a fun way to explore the concept of an extended metaphor. Follow up this lesson with the poem “All the World’s a Stage,” which is part of  As You Like It.

Use this free song analysis activity to guide your discussion.

3. Mood and Tone

Mood and tone can be difficult concepts for students to grasp. I try to re-visit the concepts multiple times throughout the year with various types of literature.

Visuals help! For example, analyze mood and tone by comparing the way the author plays with word choice to the way an equalizer adjusts the sound frequencies of a song.

This engaging poetry lesson  requires students to think critically and symbolically about how mood is represented by color and how tone is controlled through the equalizer. The poet’s diction is the focal point of this creative task, which can be applied to any poem. Want a recommendation? Try using it with “The Highwayman.”

4. Picture Inspiration

Want students to write poetry? Pictures are an excellent hook. Previously, I wrote about 13 ways pictures can inspire students to write poetry . You can find detailed ideas in that post.

Consider: wordless picture books, old family photos, cartoon strips, social media. Texting couplets are also engaging. The possibilities are inspiring.

Download the picture-based poetry resource featured below to help differentiate poetry writing for your students.

5. Close Reading

Looking for more traditional poetry lessons? Sometimes we kill a poem by asking students to read it and analyze it for everything under the sun. I’ve had more luck with close reading and poetry when I focus on one specific target.

With this lesson , students read and re-read short poems, analyzing them through a specific lens. For instance, how does the poet’s word choice impact the reader’s overall experience? How do the connotations and denotations of important words establish the mood?

6. Paired Texts

Surprise your students by pairing poems with nontraditional texts, like short films. Here are five recommended pairings to get students thinking. What I love about this poetry lesson is how it incorporates diverse perspectives, which increases the rigor. As a result, students typically come up with some impressive responses.

Students enjoy poetry more when they can connect the themes to their own lives and to other modern literature. That’s an important benefit of approaching poetry through a paired-text analysis approach.

7. Play Games

Once students have been introduced to the terminology you are using during your poetry unit, don’t be afraid to give them a poem and turn them loose with a game. It’s a social way to think critically about a poem, and as they talk, you have the freedom to roam around and overhear common misconceptions. In doing so, you’ll have a better idea of what concepts might require a follow-up lesson.

This poetry challenge covers structure, figurative language, types of poems, and sound devices. Students can play it with many different poems. Not sure they’re ready for independent play? Play as a class by projecting the game and dividing the students into groups.

Looking for a figurative language game students can use to practice literary terms? Try figurative language Truth or Dare , or, for a more advanced class – Get Schooled !

8. Re-Read with Color

This reading strategy is fun, and it can be used with any text. It’s one I came up with as I was brainstorming ways to pull the main idea from a text and then get students to see how that idea is developed by smaller details.

Next time you want students to process important information from a poem, try asking them to re-read with color . Basically, students will pull out the central idea, then text evidence, and finally connect the poem to life. You can give students different prompts as well.

Each time they read through the poem, they look closely at another layer of meaning.

9. Write First

I’m often surprised at how much more willing my students are to participate when I’ve given them an opportunity to process their thoughts in writing before a class discussion. If you are seeking higher engagement, try giving students some time to reflect on questions before engaging with peers.

These poetry journal prompts each focus on a different important concept and can be used with any poem. Try using them after a class discussion as a way for students to synthesize their opinions.

Poetry lessons can be fun. Spice up your next poetry unit with some of these activities, and drop your own favorite approaches in the comments.

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13 Poetry Lesson Plans For High School

Teach your students what a poem is as well as all the important information necessary while  teaching poetry, like: vocabulary, sound devices, types of poetry, figurative language, how to analyze a poem, and how to find rhyme scheme.

In this resource, you will receive a packet of graphic organizers/guided notes along with a Powerpoint lesson that teaches the following terminology:

poem, speaker, line, stanza, quatrain, couplet, cinquain, tercet, refrain, symbol, theme, mood

tone, imagery, juxtaposition, oxymoron, pun, paradox, allusion, proverb, foot, iamb, iambic pentameter, enjambment, anaphora, metonymy

FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE

simile, metaphor, personification, idiom, hyperbole, irony

SOUND DEVICES

rhyme, rhyme scheme, slant rhyme, rhythm, meter, alliteration, consonance, assonance, onomatopoeia, repetition

TYPES OF POETRY

narrative, lyrical, haiku, ballad, sonnet, limerick, free verse, acrostic, concrete, blank verse, blues poem, elegy, ode, prose, villanelle

HOW TO ANALYZE A POEM

HOW TO DETERMINE RHYME SCHEME

This resource includes a copy of the poem “The Raven” by Edgar Allan Poe and 26 close reading questions. The analysis includes an in-depth look at academic vocabulary, poetic devices, and literary elements in the poem. (An answer key is also provided.)

Poetic and Literary Devices Covered in this Activity:

alliteration

• rhyme scheme
• gothic literature

In this  poetry analysis activity,  your students will read and answer questions regarding the famous poem  “To an Athlete Dying Young” by A. E. Housman.  Next, your students will listen to the song  “If I Die Young” by The Band Perry  that carries a similar message. Then, students will take a closer look at how these two texts relate. Comparing and contrasting these paired texts will help your students better understand point of view, tone, mood, and theme! Add music to make poetry fun for students! This resource includes:

• Full text of the poem “To an Athlete Dying Young” by A. E. Housman
• Analysis questions for the poem “To an Athlete Dying Young”
• Song analysis questions based on the lyrics “If I Die Young” by The Band Perry
• Compare and contrast question about the song and poem
• EDITABLE copy of the questions so you can make modifications if needed
• ANSWER KEYS for everything

In this  Paired Texts Poetry Analysis , your students will analyze the two poems:  “An Obstacle” by Charlotte Perkins Gilman & “Do not go gentle into that good night” by Dylan Thomas.

This resource includes:

• Full text of “An Obstacle” by Charlotte Perkins Gilman (Due to copyright law, I am unable to provide a full text of the poem “Do not go gentle into that good night” by Dylan Thomas)
• Graphic Organizer that closely examines both poems for: meaning, tone, figurative language, setting, imagery, and theme (PDF)
• Answer key for poem analyses
• Constructed Response task which requires students to develop an answer in paragraph form. (The first CR question asks students to compare the themes in each poem. The second CR question requires students to personally connect with the theme.)
• Editable copy (word document) of the poetry analysis graphic organizer

As your students watch the 1989 Film  Dead Poets Society  (directed by Peter Weir), have them answer these  film analysis questions  to help them better comprehend and understand the film’s meaning and purpose. Additionally, have them personally connect to the theme of the film by  writing their own free verse poem  in response to Walt Whitman’s poem “O Me! O Life!” The film is 2 hours and 8 minutes in length.

Included in this lesson:

• 22 Comprehension and Analysis questions based on the film  “ Dead Poets Society” — these questions require students to connect to the characters in the film and use inferencing skills
• Answer key to the film’s analysis questions
• Free Verse Writing Activity: prompt and rubric in response to Walt Whitman’s poem “O Me! O Life!”
• Editable copy of the lesson for teachers to make modifications if needed

Teach your students all about  Sonnets  with a unique analysis of  William Shakespeare’s Sonnet 138.

1) First, use the Powerpoint presentation to familiarize your students with:

• Sonnet definition and structure
• Shakespearean Sonnets
• Petrarchan Sonnets
• Spenserian Sonnets
• Miltonic Sonnets
• Iambic pentameter
• Two-part thematic Structure
• Rhyme Scheme

Guided notes worksheet included!

2) Then, have your students analyze Shakespeare’s Sonnet 138 by answering comprehension and literary analysis questions. Answer key included!

3) Lastly, have your students  write their own original Shakespearean Sonnet . Directions and guidelines included.

Students will read and  analyze the famous poem by John Keats, “Ode On A Grecian Urn.”  This resource is great for any poetry unit!

This lesson includes:

• Full text of the poem “Ode On A Grecian Urn”
• 14 Questions about the poem: a mix of comprehension and literary analysis questions
• Write Your Own Ode Poem Activity for Students (Directions and Requirements)
• EDITABLE Word Document so you can make modifications if you wish to

Teach your students all about  Blackout Poetry with this fun lesson and activity!

In this resource, you will receive:

• Teacher Guide
• Powerpoint lesson on Blackout Poetry with step by step directions for students to create their own blackout poems in a variety of ways
• 10 Examples of blackout poems
• 40 Pages of printable texts your students can use to make their own poetry
• Editable word document Rubric and Prompt for students

In this  High School Poetry Packet , your students will read, study, and analyze six famous poems! Perfect for any Poetry Unit!

This packet is a wonderful tool because you can have students complete the literary analysis questions in a variety of ways: whole-class, independently, or collaboratively.

The 6 poems included in this packet are:

• Sonnet V by Shakespeare
• “Fire and Ice” by Robert Frost
• “I’m happiest when most away” by Emily Brontë
• “The Tyger” by William Blake
• “When I have Fears That I May Cease to Be” by John Keats
• “If” by Rudyard Kipling

In this packet, students will work on poetry skills such as: rhyme scheme, rhyme, imagery, assonance, consonance, caesura, anaphora, alliteration, theme, tone, mood, personification, enjambment, connotation, and more.

Your students are going to love this  Poetry Digital Escape Room!  Students will read and analyze the poem  “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” by Robert Frost.

They will solve puzzles in this peaceful scene of snowy woods, glistening mountaintops, and a beautiful, serene frozen lake. In this  360°  digital escape room, students will try to escape the woods before the sun goes down! This activity is designed to work for a laptop, tablet, or smart phone.

This game requires reading comprehension strategies, knowledge of poetic devices, and critical thinking skills. Watch the preview video and see exactly what’s inside the digital escape room!

Included in this download are teacher instructions, student instructions (digital), the master lock graphic organizer, answer keys, the full text of the poem, and a reflection sheet (optional).

Assign your students  a one pager poetry analysis project  and have your students share their understanding of ANY POEM by imaginatively blending their written ideas with colorful images from the text. You can pick one poem for your whole class to use or have all your students pick their own individual poems! Students’ artwork make for unique and creative analyses of the literature and also make great bulletin boards!

Included in this purchase is:

• Student directions for the one pager project
• Rubric for the one pager project
• Example one pager (based on the poem “Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night” by Dylan Thomas)
• 10 BLANK TEMPLATES (printable — optional)
• EDITABLE word document so teachers can modify instructions or rubric

Students are encouraged to include several of these literary devices, poetic devices (sound devices), and figurative language elements into their final projects: metaphor, simile, personification, hyperbole, imagery, pun, oxymoron, paradox, idiom, allusion, symbolism, assonance, consonance, alliteration, anaphora, rhyme, rhyme scheme, repetition, onomatopoeia, cacophony, mood, tone, and theme.

This resource includes a  Poetry Assessment for high school  students (9th-12th grade ELA). You will receive a printable PDF copy of the test as well as an  EDITABLE  word document in case you would like to make modifications. A detailed answer key is also included!

The format of this test includes:

• 10 fill-in-the-blank questions with a word bank
• 8 matching questions with poem types
• 5 matching questions with sound devices
• 7 matching questions with figurative language
• A poetry analysis of two poems:  “A Psalm of Life”  by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and the Sonnet  “Death, be not proud”  by John Donne.
• Students will answer 5 multiple choice questions regarding each poem
• 1 constructed response where students will compare the themes of each poem in a minimum of two fully developed paragraphs

(41 questions in total including the written response)

The Poetry Test covers the following literary terms:

narrative poem

lyrical poem

onomatopoeia

personification

Have your students create a collaborative poster and learn about  William Shakespeare  in a fun and engaging way!

Your students will create an author biography by researching Shakespeare and establishing his profile on a poster.

Students will learn about Shakespeare and his body of work as an influential author.

Additionally, they will learn the importance of collaboration and effective communication. This project is perfect for   National Poetry Month.

Project Steps:

1) To construct the author study poster, your students will work in groups to conduct research on Shakespeare.

2) Students will then transfer their findings to boxes on the poster.

3) Next, they will work together to color or paint the pieces of the poster.

4) Lastly, students will tape together the final product.

The poster is made up of six pieces of paper, which can be printed on regular copy paper or card stock.

Once taped together, the final product will be  28″ x 15″  and can last a lifetime if you laminate it!

This resource includes the following:

• Step by Step Student Directions (PDF & editable word document)
• Author Study Project Rubric (PDF & editable word document)
• Author Study Graphic Organizer for Students (PDF & editable word document)
• 6 Blank Coloring Pages that come together as one beautiful poster (PDFs)
• William Shakespeare Author Study Answer Key
• Example of Final Project: Completed Text & Fully Colored Body

Check out more from my LITERARY LEGENDS Collection:

• Emily Dickinson
• Langston Hughes
• George Orwell
• Robert Frost
• Walt Whitman

This resource is a  FULL POETRY UNIT for High School English, Grades 9-12!

You will get a collection of various lessons, activities, and projects, plus an awesome digital escape room, and final test! I’ve also included a schedule for teachers to follow day-by-day! This bundle is so diverse and your students will read at least 18 different poems within this unit!

Included in this  high school poetry unit bundle:

• Introduction Poetry Lesson & Guided Notes
• The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe Poem Close Reading
• To an Athlete Dying Young by A. E. Housman & Song Comparison Activity
• Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night & An Obstacle Paired Texts Analysis
• Dead Poets Society Movie Guide & Free Verse Poem Writing
• Sonnet 138 William Shakespeare, Sonnet Lesson & Writing Activity
• Ode On A Grecian Urn | Poem by John Keats & Ode Writing Activity
• Blackout Poetry Lesson and Creative Art Project
• Poetry Packet: Analysis of 6 Poems
• Poetry Digital Escape Room using Robert Frost Poem
• Poetry One-Pager for ANY POEM
• Editable Poetry Test with Answer Key
• William Shakespeare Author Study: Collaborative Poster Project!
• Teacher guide with day by day schedule for 4 weeks of Poetry

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IB MYP Creative Writing And Poetry

• Author: Litera Centre
• Updated: January 22, 2024
• Language: English

The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) places a significant emphasis on fostering students’ exploration and manifestation of creativity, particularly through the avenues of creative writing and poetry.

These artistic forms of expression not only serve as potent tools for honing language skills but also offer a dynamic platform for students to delve into the depths of their imagination, effectively communicating intricate thoughts and nuanced emotions.

To effectively incorporate IB MYP creative writing and poetry curriculum, educators may consider a multitude of ideas and thoughtful considerations to enrich the learning experience for their students.

Exploring Themes:

Encouraging students to explore topics is a key aspect of the IB MYP curriculum. With this approach, teachers can encourage students to process personal experiences, grapple with cultural nuances, and address pressing global issues.

By providing thought-provoking or diverse topics for interpretation, teachers create an environment that stimulates critical thinking and encourages students to express their perspectives to promote rich and diverse discourse in the classroom.

In this thematic exploration, students not only improve their understanding of various topics but also develop a deep connection to their own experiences and the world around them.

The use of diverse prompts allows for a wide range of interpretations, promotes inclusion, and ensures that each student’s unique voice is expressed in the IB MYP creative writing and poetry exercises.

Integrating with Units of Inquiry:

In our teaching journey, a wonderful way to make learning feel like a vibrant tapestry is by seamlessly weaving creative writing and poetry into our units of inquiry within the IB MYP. Think of it as connecting the dots between subjects, creating a beautiful mosaic of knowledge!

By aligning assignments with these units, we not only make lessons more interconnected but also provide students with a holistic understanding of various topics. It’s like adding the perfect ingredients to a recipe – making the learning experience richer and more flavorful.

Additionally, introducing literature and poetry in IB MYP Creative Writing And Poetry that resonates with the themes explored in other subjects not only enhances comprehension but also brings a touch of magic to the classroom, fostering a love for learning that goes beyond the boundaries of traditional disciplines.

Experimenting with Different Forms of Poetry:

Delve into the world of poetry by encouraging students to experiment with a range of forms of expression. Introducing poetic styles such as haiku, sonnet, free verse, and the powerful spoken word opens up a world of creative possibilities within the IB MYP.

Each form has its distinctive rhythm and flair, allowing students to explore and find their voice in the intricate dance of words. As educators, guiding students to understand how these different poetic forms convey emotions, stories, or messages in unique ways is like decoding the secret language of expression.

It’s an exciting journey where they not only learn the technical aspects of poetry but also discover the profound effect that different forms can have on the resonance of their words.

This exploration not only fosters creativity but also empowers students to effectively communicate their thoughts and feelings through the kaleidoscopic lens of various poetic expressions.

IB MYP Creative Writing And Poetry: Encouraging Multimodal Expression

Let your students become true artistic pioneers by encouraging them to play with a mix of expressive elements! Think visuals, sounds, and even live performances – it’s like giving their creativity a whole new playground.

Imagine the joy of discovering how words can dance with images and music! And here’s the cool part: create moments where they can showcase their masterpieces.

It could be a presentation, a live performance, or even a digital showcase – because every masterpiece deserves a stage, right? It’s not just about learning; it’s about turning their unique expressions into a vibrant show that everyone can applaud and appreciate.

Facilitating Collaborative Projects:

Picture this: a classroom buzzing with shared creativity! By setting up collaborative writing projects, we’re not just teaching, but we’re creating a space where students join forces to craft poems and stories together.

It’s like a literary adventure with friends, where every idea adds a new twist to the plot. And here’s the real beauty – we’re not just stopping there. We’re cheering on peer reviews and constructive feedback, turning our classroom into a hub of collective learning.

IB MYP Creative Writing And Poetry is about building stories and poems, yes, but it’s also about building a community of writers who uplift each other with every pen stroke.

Promoting Reflection and Self-Expression:

Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and expression awaits! Through the integration of reflection activities into our lessons, we forge unique moments for students to articulate their emotions, thoughts, and personal connections.

It’s akin to offering them a journal where they can paint their feelings with words. And here’s the beautiful part – in this supportive space, we’re not merely encouraging students; we’re actively cheering them on to let their unique voices and styles shine through.

IB MYP Creative Writing And Poetry is not solely about writing; it’s about unlocking the treasure trove of their thoughts and feelings, creating a canvas where every stroke of expression becomes a masterpiece.

Conducting Author Studies:

Engaging in comprehensive author studies involves delving into the literary realms of poets and authors, both from the students’ perspectives and the broader global context. This exploration not only broadens horizons but also provides an in-depth analysis of techniques and styles employed by these literary figures.

By deriving inspiration from these diverse sources, students are empowered to enrich their writing endeavors, fostering a dynamic learning environment that merges the personal and global dimensions of literary exploration.

Developing Clear Assessment Criteria:

Ensuring that our assessment criteria shine as brightly as a clear day is key! By establishing guidelines that illuminate creativity, originality, linguistic finesse, and the art of effective communication, we’re crafting a roadmap for a genuine masterpiece.

Picture it as a journey where each element contributes to the pursuit of excellence. Now, when it comes to feedback, it’s not a mere routine; it’s a jubilant celebration! We’re not just pointing out strengths; we’re giving a hearty round of applause, acknowledging the unique flair each student brings.

And in the realm of improvement, it’s not just a suggestion; it’s a friendly guide, paving the way for even greater accomplishments. Because in this educational adventure, every step, whether a strength or an improvement, plays a vital role in the student’s growth story.

Emphasizing Cultural and Linguistic Sensitivity:

IB MYP Creative Writing And Poetry aims to foster a classroom environment characterized by warmth, understanding, and a profound commitment to cultural and linguistic sensitivity. Within these walls, we aspire to create a haven that not only recognizes but also joyously celebrates the diverse richness stemming from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Think of it as crafting a tapestry of stories, where each thread intricately represents a distinct heritage and language, weaving together into a unique and harmonious whole. In this nurturing space, our dedication extends beyond mere acknowledgment of diversity; we actively encourage students to draw inspiration from their cultural roots.

It’s about not only celebrating individual cultural heritages but also embarking on a delightful journey to explore alternative perspectives. Envision the classroom as a vibrant garden, where each cultural influence blooms into a beautiful flower, collectively enhancing the overall beauty and fragrance of our shared educational experience.

Celebrating and Showcasing Work:

Shine a light on the incredible creations of our students! Picture poetry slams, literary magazines, or public readings transforming into vibrant stages where their creativity steals the show. It goes beyond mere sharing; it’s a heartfelt celebration, a recognition of each exceptional accomplishment in creative expression.

Intertwining IB MYP creative writing and poetry into the essence of the IB MYP isn’t just about honing language skills; it’s about sowing the seeds for critical thinking and cultivating a sincere passion for self-expression and creativity in our students. It’s akin to granting their voices the wings they truly deserve.

Conclusion :

In conclusion, integrating IB MYP creative writing and poetry enhances language skills, fosters self-expression, and explores diverse perspectives. Encouraging students to delve into relevant themes, promoting collaboration, and incorporating multimedia elements enrich the learning experience. Cultural sensitivity, varied poetic forms, and unique voices celebrate a holistic approach to language development. 

The IB MYP becomes a vibrant platform, nurturing critical thinking, communication skills, and a lifelong appreciation for language and expression. Litera Centre empowers students to navigate the complexities of the globalized world through creative thinking and empathetic communication.

References :

• https://tychr.com/creative-writing-prompts-igniting-imagination-and-sparking-storytelling/
• https://learn.toddleapp.com/blog-post/40-creative-writing-prompts-to-foster-the-ib-learner-profile-creative-writing-prompts-for-every-pyp-classroom-virtual-blended-hybrid-in-person/
• https://www.spps.org/site/handlers/filedownload.ashx?moduleinstanceid=38369&dataid=21208&FileName=language_and_literature_guide_2014.pdf

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