Poetry Notes: Part 1

Starter 1

1. What is the message of this poem?

2. What's your favorite part of this poem, and why?

3. What's the difference between poetry and other types of writing?

Project Introduction: 

1. Read over Poetry Project Introduction handout
2. Q & A with Lori
3. Look at examples of projects from the past

Poetry Notes Part 1

Looking at 3 poems, taking notes on them as a class about message, structure, and poetic devices.  IF YOU ARE ABSENT- get notes from a classmate, make an appointment to talk to Lori about what you missed.

Practice Poem

1. Choose 3-5 poetic devices from the ones we've covered today
2. Write a poem of at least 10 lines that uses those three poetic devices, on a topic of your choosing
3. Challenge yourself!  Think about what you are trying to say before you start writing, choose your words and phrases carefully.

HOMEWORK

Finish practice poem if you didn't finish it in class.  Instructions are above.  DUE:  Start of class, Friday.