English I Honors—November 20, 2015 Daily Warm-up: Of all the poems we’ve read, which was your favorite? Why? Of all the poems you’ve written (or partially written) which is your favorite? Why? Homework: Reading Plus due Sunday at 11:59. Bring to class on Monday your finished Free Verse Poem, Catalog Poem, Ode, Hyperbolic Poem and Sonnet. This will count as a quiz grade You must also write 2-3 more poems of your choice for your anthology. You do not have to have these on Monday, but if you do, I will give you extra credit Your final poetry anthology is due Friday, December 4th
Poetry Anthology Requirements Your poetry anthology must include: A cover sheet with your name, my name, class period, date, and some sort of complementary illustration. A Table of Contents An introduction that includes information to help the reader understand your poetry. Think about: What does the reader need to know about my life to better understand my work? 7-8 original poems—free verse poem, catalog poem, ode, hyperbolic poem, sonnet, and 2-3 of your choice. Annotations of important literary techniques in each poem and their purpose and function in the poem (see my catalog poem for an example) Symbolic visuals that complement each poem. A reflection: Describe how you have grown as a writer in the process of creating this poetry anthology. Have you discovered anything new about yourself as a writer? If so, what? If not, why?
Your Poems Must Include Clear tone Appropriate and consistent poetic form Connotative words Figurative language (elements from the chart in your notes) Compelling (interesting/irresistable/powerful) verbs An identifiable theme (not necessarily directly stated, but can be inferred by the reader) Complementary visuals
What Makes a Good Poem ? A good poem tackles big ideas. A good poem grapples with ideas that are difficult, intriguing, exciting, disturbing, meaningful, or compelling. A good poem must be well written with a concise and accurate use of language. A good poem leaves out unnecessary words and punctuation. A good poem uses powerful imagery. A good poem often uses clear, memorable, concrete images to make a point. A good poem gives neither too little nor too much information. A good poem doesn’t necessarily spell out the theme in black and white nor does it purposefully obscure it. A good poem should engage the heart of the reader as well as the reader’s intellectual side. A good poem is a poem that the reader can identify with. A good poem is from the heart.
Poetry Anthology Cover
Poems with Complementary Visuals
Poem with Annotations
Poem with Annotations
The alliteration lends a rhythmic or musical quality to the poem. Poem with Annotations My childhood was a mixture of amusement and sorrow I giggled as I swung across my canopy bed like a monkey And wept with trepidation when I destroyed it disappointed them I snickered as my brother chased me out to the car And bawled with regret when I slammed the door crushed his tiny fingers I cackled as I raced the girl down the hill And wailed in agony when I stumbled grated my skin lost the race Of all my memories, these intrude frequently, jarringly, excruciatingly For the ecstasy of impulse, the gratification of desire Overshadowed with the despair of damaging property, people, pride Is a poignant reminder That I must think before I act This simile gives a clear image as to how the speaker mistreated the canopy bed. All of these verbs have a negative connotation. The tone is one of regret and sadness. The alliteration lends a rhythmic or musical quality to the poem.
Pleasure and Pain My childhood was a mixture of pleasure and pain I giggled as I swung across my canopy bed like a monkey And wept with trepidation when I destroyed it disappointed them I snickered as my brother chased me out to the car And bawled with regret when I slammed the door crushed his tiny fingers I cackled as I raced the girl down the hill And wailed in agony when I stumbled grated my skin lost the race These memories intrude frequently, jarringly, excruciatingly For the ecstasy of impulse, the gratification of desire Overshadowed with the despair of damaging property, people, pride Is a poignant reminder That I must think before I act
Do’s and Don’ts of the Poetry Anthology Do be creative. Do create a title for each of your poems. Do type your poems. Do print them. Do put them in a folder with brads Don’t use illegible fonts Don’t use weird paper Don’t use only computer images for your visuals Don’t make the visual the background of your poem.
Pleasure and Pain My childhood was a mixture of pleasure and pain I giggled as I swung across my canopy bed like a monkey And wept with trepidation when I destroyed it disappointed them I snickered as my brother chased me out to the car And bawled with regret when I slammed the door crushed his tiny fingers I cackled as I raced the girl down the hill And wailed in agony when I stumbled grated my skin lost the race These memories intrude frequently, jarringly, excruciatingly For the ecstasy of impulse, the gratification of desire Overshadowed with the despair of damaging property, people, pride Is a poignant reminder That I must think before I act NO!!!
Group Work Exchange your completed poems with a partner, and check them for the following: Clear tone Appropriate and consistent poetic form Connotative words Figurative language (elements from the chart in your notes) Compelling (interesting/irresistable/powerful) verbs An identifiable theme (not necessarily directly stated, but can be inferred by the reader) Give some suggestions as to visuals you think might work for their poem. Give some suggestions for titles for the poem. When finished, continue work on your poems.