Process
Using the following links below, make a list of 10 types of poetry. Now you will want to look at the definitions, then rewrite them in your own words. You may also use the online dictionary to help you with definitions. You may copy and paste the poem that was used in the types of poetry.
Let's move on and define 10 key elements of poetry. You may put more than one element on a page.
Find and list 26 types of poetry in alphabetical order.
Did you know you were a poet and didn't know it?
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Research and find 5 famous poets and write a brief biography about them. If it states why they became a writer of poetry, then add that into the biography. A picture of your poet will get extra points.
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Type one of their poems that you enjoyed reading into your booklet.
On your own select TEN types of poems that you have learned about and create your own original poetry in those forms.
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You must follow all of the rules of those forms.
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You will select two of these poems to read to the class.
Here is a list of additional sources that may inspire you, or help you in creating your own poems.
Favorite Poems of Shel Silverstein
Words That Are Close in Meaning
FINAL TASK
Write a reflective essay about the process of writing your own poems. What forms did you prefer and why? What do you feel you learned about poetry that you didn't know before?
Only students with permission may access the following websites.