To the Heart of Human Expression: Tools of the Poet's Trade (Part 1 of 3)

The three-part unit, of which this lesson is the first, examines the poet's ability to marry form and theme using poetic devices in order to create verse that cuts to the heart of some of humanity's most profound experiences. This first lesson is an exploration of a broad range of poetic and sound devices, and a detailed analysis of how these devices are at work in Shakespeare's Sonnet 71. The lesson culminates in small group review sessions where students apply their learning about poetic terms to revising their own written musings on what distinguishes poetry from prose.
Resource ID#: 48580 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 4 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: poetic devices, sound devices, poetry, Shakespeare's Sonnet 71, collaborative groups, collaborative discussion, informational writing, explanatory writing, reference tools, domain-specific vocabulary, elaboration, topic development
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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