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Sky-Inspired Poems

Let the sky inspire students to write and illustrate original poetry.

Lesson Plan

Supplies Needed

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Steps

  • Step 1

    Poetry is an artform that can enable us to express the beauty of the world around us while reminding us about the power of words. Have students think about poems they have read that have inspired or moved them. Ask them to name types of poetry they're familiar with, such as rhyming, free verse, haiku, acrostic, etc. .

  • Step 2

    Ask students to write a poem inspired by the sky. They may choose any form to write in. They can illustrate the poem if they wish.

  • Step 3

    Have students present their poetry and talk about any imagery they used and feelings they wanted to represent.

Standards

LA: Apply knowledge of how language functions in different contexts to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading, writing, speaking, and/or listening. 

LA: Develop real and imagined narratives.

Adaptations

Have students read sky- and nature-inspired poems by famous authors, such as "Fireflies in the Garden" by Robert Frost, "The Eagle" by Alfred Tennyson, or "The Secret Song" by Margaret Wise Brown.

Have students work in teams to create posters that promote National Poetry Month, which takes place every April. Have them learn about the history of the celebration and some ways it is observed.