1. Maya Angelou

2. Reading Poetry First: Read to appreciate! Some tricks:
Does it have punctuation? If so, follow the punctuation
Notice symbols, figurative language, sound devices
Think about the theme

3. Caged Bird – Let’s listen…

4. Now let’s read it… Notice punctuation Symbols? Figurative Language?
Sound Devices?
Theme?
What is this poem literally about?
What else is it about?

6. Head Full of Doubt/Road Full of Promise by The Avett Brothers

7. Now let’s read it… Notice punctuation Symbols? Figurative Language?
Sound Devices?
Theme?

8. There is a common element in these two poems; what is it
There is a common element in these two poems; what is it? What do you think this symbol represents? How might this symbol be relevant to people in our society? How might this symbol be relevant to you?

9. Independent Practice Examine both poems closely:
Fill in the chart for both poems by identifying poetic devices.
Not every device may be present in both poems.
Imagery: Words and phrases that appeal to one of your five senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch).
Complete the Free Write on the back side of the chart. You should write approximately a page.