1. Have you ever liked or disliked something so much but did not know how to express the way you feel? One way to do this is through poetry. Click on the video on the side to hear about Sarah’s feelings about taking out the garbage. As you research, keep the following questions in mind: What are the different elements or structures that make up a poem? What are the different forms of poetry? How can your life experiences be expressed through poetry? 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: http://www.teachertube.com/video/sarah-cynthia-sylvia-stout-would- not-take-the-92707http://www.teachertube.com/video/sarah-cynthia-sylvia-stout-would- not-take-the-92707

2. Conventions of Poetry  What is poetry?*poetry *Search for “poetry” in World Book Kids  Conventions of Poetry Conventions of Poetry Click through and learn about the forms of poetry.  HaikuHaiku  CinquainCinquain  Limerick Limerick  Free verseFree verse  DiamanteDiamante  ShapeShape  NarrativeNarrative 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/teresa_grau_ros/15238668982https://www.flickr.com/photos/teresa_grau_ros/15238668982

3. Use the information sources on Slide 2 to … 1) Complete the activity about the conventions of poetry using the link “Conventions of Poetry” from Slide 2activityConventions of Poetry 2) Then choose 3 of the forms of poetry that you would like to learn more about, and fill-in the information about them on your graphic organizer.graphic organizer 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: http://nbjenglish.wikispaces.com/THE+VOCABULARY+OF+POETRYhttp://nbjenglish.wikispaces.com/THE+VOCABULARY+OF+POETRY

4. Think back to the forms of poetry you just learned and wrote about on your graphic organizer… Now, use your note taking sheet to choose the form of poetry that best fits something in your life you really enjoy. Some examples of topics that you can use in your poem: pets, sports, food, season, hobbies, and nature. Use this rubric to see what your teacher will be lookingrubric for when grading your poem. 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: www.clipart.com by subscriptionwww.clipart.com

5. Famous Children’s Poets Click through the links below to learn more about famous children poets: Shel Silverstein Kenn Nesbitt Jon Scieszka Marilyn Singer National Poetry Month Learn more about National Poetry Month by clicking here!here 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: http://eliseaw.blogspot.com/2010_09_01_archive.htmlhttp://eliseaw.blogspot.com/2010_09_01_archive.html

6. Standards Alignment Common Core State Standards Reading: 1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. Writing: 7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 3.RL.5- Refer to parts of stories, dramas, and poems when writing or speaking about a text, using terms such as chapter, scene, and stanza; describe how each successive part builds on earlier sections. AASL Standards for the 21 st Century Learner AASL Standards for the 21 st Century Learner 1.1.6 Read, view, and listen for information presented in any format (e.g. textual, visual, media, digital) in order to make inferences and gather meaning. 2.1.3 Use strategies to draw conclusions from information and apply knowledge to curricular areas, real- world situations, and further investigations. 4.1.3 Resound to literature and creative expressions of ideas in various formats and genres. ISTE NETS - National Educational Technology Standards for Students 3. Research and Information Fluency: Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. 4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making: Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources. P21 Skills Information Literacy: Access information efficiently (time) and effectively (sources); Use information accurately and creatively for the issue or problem at hand. ICT Literacy: Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate and communicate information. Learning and Innovation Skills: Communication & Collaboration: Articulate thoughts and ideas effectively using oral, written and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts. Grade 3 rd Content Area: Library Media Objective: Students will conduct brief, focused research on poem structure in order to create a poem that effectively expresses their feelings on the topic of their choice. Time Frame: about four 50 minute class periods Differentiation strategies for this lesson: Direct students to use tools and learning supports included in our BCPS-licensed databases, such as audio read-aloud and labeled reading levels/Lexiles. See Digital Content Snapshots & Support resources on the ODL Resource Wiki as needed.Digital Content Snapshots & Support resources on the ODL Resource Wiki Silver Star = I can do on my own/Gold Star = Challenge me Note that all the graphic organizers and resources were created in Microsoft Word so you can make changes that meet the needs of your class or your individual students. Notes to the teacher: Collaborate with your school library media specialist to implement this lesson. Here is a link to a rhyming dictionary your students might need depending on the poem they are writing.rhyming dictionary Here is a great professional resource on teaching the conventions of poetry from the Poetry Foundation.Poetry Foundation Some of the forms of poetry sections have planning worksheets that might help the students with that particular form of poetry. See lesson plan guide for the presentation options for the assessment piece. Last updated: July 2015 Created by Renee Hartley, Science Teacher BCPS Slam Dunk Research Model, Copyright 2015, Baltimore County Public Schools, MD, all rights reserved. This lesson may be used for educational, non-profit school use only. All other uses, transmissions, and duplications are prohibited unless permission is granted expressly. This lesson is based on Dr. Jamie McKenzie’s Slam Dunk Digital Lesson model.Renee HartleyBaltimore County Public SchoolsDr. Jamie McKenzie’s Slam Dunk Digital Lesson 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444