The first lesson of 12 in a poetry unit asks class members to develop their own definition of poetry. After crafting a response, they examine a variety of examples and decide if the resources are or are not poems.

Concepts

poetry, poetry analysis, plagiarism, Grammar, author's style, compare and contrast

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Instructional Ideas

• Instruct pupils to keep all materials for the unit in a poetry notebook for future reference
• The lesson begins with a discussion of plagiarism; explain to learners that they will be crafting poems for the unit and must not present others' work as their own

Classroom Considerations

• First in a series of 12 lessons in a poetry unit designed for grade seven
• Lesson are cumulative and designed to be taught in order
• Requires copies, projection equipment, and internet access

Pros

• Includes tips for teachers, links to the teachers' guide, and information about  the unit
• Young poets are encouraged to enter their poems in the 7GP Contest
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

RL.7.4 RL.7.5 RI.7.4 RI.7.5 SL.7.1.a SL.7.1.b SL.7.1.c SL.7.1.d SL.7.2 SL.7.4 SL.7.6