1. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010 Grade Level: 5 th Definition Poetry

2. Definition Poetry:  poetry that defines a concept or topic  uses creative and descriptive words.  generally follows the free verse format  includes metaphors and imagery Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

3.  stage of writing: Prewriting  GPS: ELA5W4- The student consistently uses a writing process to develop, revise, and evaluate writing. The student: a. plans and drafts independently and resourcefully. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

4.  The student will plan and organize a definition poem by completing a graphic organizer. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

5. Prewriting is the stage where you form, plan, and organize the main ideas of your topic. This stage uses a graphic organizer to help plan. Throughout the graphic organizer, ideas should be written in the form of phrases and not complete sentences. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

6. Dancing is beautiful movement Dancing is freedom It is a means of self-expression Dance brings out our emotions Dance is a form of communication It allows your heart to speak Dancing is poetry in motion Dancing is free Dancing is my life Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

7.  Types of poetry. (2005). Retrieved from http://www.k12handhelds.com/da ta/samples/poetry/poetry_book.ht ml#definition_head Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

8. Hope is a wish with expectations Hope is a wish for fulfillment It is a desire of the heart Hope means to trust Hope means to believe It requires confidence Hope gives you the strength to continue on the journey of life Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

9.  Students and teacher will complete a graphic organizer together using the word hope. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

10.  Students will independently complete a graphic organizer using a topic of choice. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

11.  This poem fits a definition poem because it describes and defines the word dancing. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

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13.  Frayer Model Template. (2008) Retrieved from http://www.docstoc.com/docs/ 2641333/Frayer-Model- Template. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

14.  stage of writing: drafting  GPS: ELA5W4 The student consistently uses a writing process to develop, revise,  and evaluate writing. The student:  a. Plans and drafts independently and resourcefully. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

15.  The student will write a draft of a definition poem using their thoughts made on the graphic organizer. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

16.  Drafting is where you will form your ideas and sentences from the words and phrases you wrote on your graphic organizer. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

17. The Wind The wind is a ghost That haunts the night Grabbing the leaves, The paper and grass, Howling and growling Right through the town; It moans and groans All alone. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

18.  Definitions of Examples of Free Verse Poetry. (2009). Retrieved from http://www.docstoc.com/docs/595 2272/definition-examples-of-free- verse-poetry http://www.docstoc.com/docs/595 2272/definition-examples-of-free- verse-poetry Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

19. Love is a powerful emotion that affects the heart. Love can make your heart beat like a drum Boom, boom, boom. Love is like compassion, affection, and kindness. Love is within your friends and family. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

20.  Students will use the graphic organizer and make their own draft from the sample poem. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

21.  Use the graphic organizer to write a draft of a definition poem. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010

22.  This example fits definition poetry because it describes and defines the word wind. Chandler M., Galli N., ECED 4300 C, VSU 2010