C4CD- The Play World: Poetry Slam with "The River" by neddy enky

Understand Poetry

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You will know how a poem works by talking about its main ideas, finding important words, and reading to get the beat.

Learn About Valerie Bloom

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Find out who Valerie Bloom is, read about her, see ideas in her poems, and share what you think.

Introduction to Poetry Slam

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Learn about poetry slams by watching videos and talking about them.

Performing Poetry

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Practice reading 'The River' by using actions and changing how you say it.

Essential Question

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What makes poetry unique and how can we express ourselves through it?

Direct Instruction: Meet Valerie Bloom

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Introduce Valerie Bloom and her poem 'The River.' Discuss her background and the themes in her poetry.

Guided Practice: Poem Reading

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Read 'The River' together as a class. Discuss imagery and emotions conveyed in the poem.

Poetry Slam Prep

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Students will write a short poem inspired by 'The River' and practice performing it.

Extension Activity: Advanced Challenge

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Challenge advanced students to write a poem using complex imagery or metaphors.

Formative Assessment: Group Discussion

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Observe group discussions to gauge student understanding of 'The River.'

Summative Assessment: Poetry Slam Performance

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Students will perform their poems inspired by 'The River' in a poetry slam.

Poetry Games Online

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Play an online game related to poetry to reinforce learning.

Appreciating Poetry

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Explore different ways poetry can be approached and understood. Learn to appreciate rhythm, word choice, and emotional expression in poems.

Discussion Topic: Favorite Poetry Line

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Share your favorite line from 'The River' and explain why it resonates with you. 😊

Reflection Example

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Think about how using Padlet for learning made you feel. Write a few sentences about your understanding of the themes and emotions. What did you learn from this experience?

4A00

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4A00

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I used to think using Padlet to learn is ... Now I think is....

Learning Objectives

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Learn what a poem is, what Valerie Bloom wrote, and how to read 'The River.' Find what the poem means by talking and looking at pictures.

How to Appreciate Poetry

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1. **Read Aloud**: Read the poem out loud to hear the beat and music in the words. 2. **Visualize**: Imagine pictures in your head as you read the poem. 3. **Feel Emotions**: Notice how the poem makes you feel. 4. **Look for Patterns**: Find words or sounds that repeat. 5. **Ask Questions**: Think about what the poem is trying to say. 6. **Find Connections**: Think about how the poem relates to you.

Big Question for Valerie Bloom

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Who is Valerie Bloom, and what do her poems tell us about the world?

Big Question for 'The River'

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What is 'The River' about, and what can it make us feel or think?

Big Question for Learning Experience

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How has using Padlet changed the way you learn and what did you discover?

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