Monday, February 3, 2020

Pass up your homework (Unit 1, Lesson 13 Packet)
Silently read your independent reading book


  • I can analyze the impact of rhyme and repetition in a specific section of poetry.
  • I can determine the figurative meaning of words and phrases in a poem.
  • I can analyze how a poem’s structure contributes to its meaning.

1.    Opening
A.   Entry Task: “Black Woman” (10 minutes)

2.    Work Time
A.   Partner Reading of “slaveships” (30 minutes)

3.    Closing and Assessment
A.   Exit Ticket: Self-Assessment #2 (5 minutes)
B.  SS Participation Grade
C.  Begin SS Stations
--Match a Placard & Section & complete Problem #1
--Read the section aloud, alternating with your partner
--Answer Problems 2-3 or 4 with your partner when you are done.

4.    Homework
A.   Finish all parts of you Unit 1, Lesson 14 Packet: Complete Poetry Analysis Practice #2 and review the Poet’s Toolbox reference sheet.
B.  Bring your independent reading book to class in case you finish the assessment early.
C.  Continue to study SS Lesson 11 flashcards/Quizlet set
How to Read a Poem Anchor Chart 
Focus: Poems use figurative language, sound, and form to create meaning.
Step 1: Paint Job Read
 Read it aloud once. 
What is the title? What does it have to do with the poem? 
Who is the speaker? How do I know? 
What is the gist of the poem? What is the main idea of each stanza or section? 
What is the overall feeling or mood? Does it change anywhere? 
What is my first impression of the theme (or statement or observation the poem is making about the world or the human condition)?
Step 2: “Pop the Hood” Read 
Read it aloud again. While reading, underline anything that “pulls” you. 
What words stick out to me? How do they contribute to the mood? 
What poetic tools does the author use? 
What figurative language can I identify? How does each technique contribute to meaning? 
What is emphasized through structure? Why? 
What is emphasized through repetition? Why is this repeated? 
Are there any patterns? Rhyme? Rhythm? When are they broken? 
How does sound create mood? Why?
Step 3: Mean Machine Read 
Read it aloud again. 
What is the overall theme? 

How do the sound, words, and shape of this poem work together to create meaning?

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