Ideas for Teaching Creative Poetry
Original "I Spy" Book
In this unit, we study various poets and forms of poetry. The students get a chance to read and write haiku, cinquain, couplets, limericks, form poems, shape poems, and free verse.
OBJECTIVE
Students will:
- Recognize different forms of poetry
- Write original poetry in various forms
- Create an original page for the class "I Spy" book
LESSONS FOR THIS UNIT
Lesson 1: I Spy Poetry
REPRODUCIBLES
Sample Student Project (PDF)
CULMINATING ACTIVITY
Our unit culminates with an original "I Spy" publication.
SUPPORTING BOOKS
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Happy Birthday, Moon
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Happy Birthday, Moon
by Frank AschMistaking his own echo for the Moon's voice, Bear believes that Moon is having a birthday too. So he sets out to get an appropriate gift. "Elements of sharing and cherished friendship create a warmth that's very appealing." - Booklist
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¿Has Visto a Mi Patito?
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¿Has Visto a Mi Patito?
by Nancy TafuriWhen a mother duck loses her eighth and most adventurous duckling, she asks the other pond animals for help. The little one is never actually lost, only playfully concealed in each picture. "A game as well as a story." - Publishers Weekly
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Paperback Book | Grades K-2
Grades K-2 $5.95
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