A Fun and Imaginative Look at the Poetry of Shel Silverstein - Poetry Unit #3
Three sessions- students will examine the life of Shel Silverstein, famous quotes, poems and then create poems of their own. #academic
Mike P
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What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. After Day 1: Completing first draft of Quote Poem After Day 2: Completing first draft of TItle Poem Bringing both poems to the individual editing and revising session, is the goal.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
We will be discovering who Shel SIlverstein was, his life growing up, and then some of his most important quotes and poetry. The class is a friendly environment of sharing ideas, thoughts, and conversations as we study some of Shel's poems and quotes and then create two of our own poems based on the themes and writings of SHel SIlverstein. All registered learners will receive a complete packet of all materials a few days prior to the start of the course. Day 1: Discussion of who Shel SIlverstein was, his life growing up and as an adult and the creativity he shared with the world. The class will then be reading and sharing some of Shel's most important quotes and choosing one to base a poem on. A lesson will occur, on stanzas, alliteration, onomatopoeia, rhyming scheme, and usage of precise vocabulary, imagination, humor, and creativity. HW from first day will be first draft of the "Quote Poem." Day 2: We will check in on the quote poems and then begin a study of four of SHel Silverstein's poems, each of which uses a completely diverse style of writing to deliver his themes to the readers. We will dissect each of the poems to examine the style and technique used in writing them. Each learner will pick the title of one of the four poems we shared , or another poem of Shel's, and only using the title, will create his/ her own poem in their own style using humor or a very serious technique, and exploring all the poetry techniques we have learned in class. We will begin those poems in class and complete for an individual editing / revising class section that each learner will schedule for the third class. That 1 : 1 time will be a positive benefit for learners to work on poetry technique and editing / revising.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners will receive a packet that contains all materials needed for the class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Any Shel SIlverstein materials you might have.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from The College of St. Rose
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Union College
There is nothing more exciting than when you see a student think deeply, question ideas, share a new thought, or explore character’s actions/ decisions or a quote or a purpose the author had when writing a novel and then connect the information to learner’s own story in life. Helping students reach their full potential, and beyond, in a setting that is safe, exciting, creative and funny is what teaching is all about to me. The climate has to be one that is free from bullying, pressure, and negative interactions and, instead, is one that students can’t wait to get to as they know the time in that class will be rewarding, creative, stimulating, and allow them to be who they really are and share what they want to share. There is nothing more exciting, as a teacher, then when that light bulb illuminates and a student feels confident to share and take an idea, quote, author’s purpose or decision from a book and see how it can affect real life or when a learner sees their full potential, in the written word they create.
We can make literature, come alive in a really fun, fast-paced active discussion filled atmosphere.
My background professionally is having taught third grade, fifth grade, and Sixth grade language arts for 33 years with a background in psychology, elementary education, school administration and an extensive background in overnight camping.My favorite teaching topics include writing poetry, creative and nonfiction writing, and reading/sharing outstanding literature with discussions that bring critical thinking skills and life lessons to the students. I am excited to bring this teaching to an environment that is bully free with motivated students in a small group setting.I always look forward to reading my students work as I see such brilliance in people of this age.
I can be found in the upstate NY, most often being out on the lake in my boat from spring to fall (I love being on water!), playing guitar and singing, collecting Pez, reading , cooking and baking, volunteering in the community as often as I can to make things better for others, and spending lots of time with Derby, the wonder dog, my amazingly bright and talented rescue dog who undoubtably will make visits into the virtual classroom. I also enjoy bike riding, yoga, and meditation. Most importantly, I place great emphasis on finding ways, small and big ways, that will allow my students and myself to make our mark in this world and make it a better place for others. The small ways are most often the best ways and I believe students are brilliant people who can absolutely change the world.Reviews
Live Group Class
$64
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 22 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-6 learners per class
