Hello Banks Road students! I am very excited to work with you on March 20 and March 30. We will be writing I Am and haiku poems. You will have a choice on what poetry form you choose. Poetry is all about free expression so I want to give you choices.
I am providing some background information for you to read to get you excited about poetry. Poetry is wonderful because it allows children to express themselves and their ideas in the way that comes natural to them. Some poets like to write free verse, which means there are no rules to how the poem looks or sounds. Some poets like to follow formats such as haiku and limericks, which have rules. Below are some examples.
I am providing some background information for you to read to get you excited about poetry. Poetry is wonderful because it allows children to express themselves and their ideas in the way that comes natural to them. Some poets like to write free verse, which means there are no rules to how the poem looks or sounds. Some poets like to follow formats such as haiku and limericks, which have rules. Below are some examples.
The haiku is a Japanese verse in three lines. Line one has 5 syllables, line 2 has 7 syllables and line three has 5 syllables. Haiku is a mood poem and it doesn't use any metaphors or similes. Usually when Haiku is taught the students are only given the restriction of the number of lines and syllables.
Poetry is... How do define it? After viewing the slideshow below, write in the comments or on a piece of paper what you think poetry is.
Here's mine: Poetry is the laughter of children and the music of nature, calming the heart.
Here's mine: Poetry is the laughter of children and the music of nature, calming the heart.
I am including some of my favorite poets and poems for children. If you love writing poetry on your own, I am also providing some different poetry formats for you to explore. I will bring plenty of poetry books for you to look at if you need help getting started. I will also lead you through several poetry writing exercises.
Here are some examples of different types of poems.
My favorite children's poet is Shel Silverstein. I will bring copies of his books to our workshop, but here are a few of my favorite poems you can read ahead if you have time. He'll make you laugh outloud. He started writing poetry when he was twelve years old and illustrated his poems himself. You might recognize some of his poetry books such as The Light in the Attic, Falling Up, and Where the Sidewalk Ends. I highly recommend them all!
Here are some of my favorite poems. Sick is my favorite Shel Silverstein poem.
Shel Silverstein used his poetry as lyrics for songs he composed music to. Music lyrics start as poems!
Jack Pretutsky is another favorite poet of mine.
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I am looking forward to writing poetry with you soon.