Poem Work Time

Starter 14

1.      Trade poems with someone at your table.

2.      Read their poem, then write on their poem:

a.       What are two aspects of this poem that you really enjoy?  Be specific!

b.      What are two specific revisions they should make to this poem?  Be specific!  Think about…poetic devices, cutting, adding, rewriting, making the language more powerful, message, etc.

3.      Get your poem back.  In your STARTER, write:

a.       Based on the feedback you received and your own instincts, what are three revisions you want to make to your poem before your next round of feedback?

Poetry Process Journal 2

1. Find a specific poem with a style you would like to imitate, or would like to draw from.  Write the title and author.
•  ID all poetic devices used in that poem (just list them)
• Choose at least three poetic devices/techniques from your form inspiration that you want to emulate.
• For each device:
•  Explain WHY you’re drawn to that device…what do you like about how that device is used in your inspiration?
•  Explain how that device will help you to develop the message and perspective of your poem.
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2. Revision challenge:
1. Rewrite a chunk of your poem (at least 5 lines) in a completely different form. (Examples:  If you are doing spoken word, do a sonnet, if your poem is formal, try to write like ee cummings, if it’s formal, write like spoken word, etc.
2. Make sure you copy and paste the original 5 lines and the revised 5 lines into your process journal.

1. What is your next step in the process?   Why?  (Brainstorming, peer critique, research, writing, including poetic devices, working on the specific form, starting over, working with a teacher or tutor, learning after-effects, illustrating your poem…other?)

HOMEWORK:  Study for DEVICES QUIZ tomorrow!