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Entering and Remembering "The Land of Nod": Memorizing the Poem
Veronica Copenhaver
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(61)
In two classes, students will memorize the poem "The Land of Nod."
Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Students will memorize the enchanting poem "The Land of Nod" by Robert Louis Stevenson. Students will memorize the title and first two stanzas in week one. In week two they will memorize the last two stanzas. I will teach students tips and tricks on how I memorize so they can utilize those skills later when memorizing other pieces of literature. This class will be engaging and lively as we discuss the poem and the images it conveys. During the class, students will be given opportunities...
- Students will memorize "The Land of Nod." Students will recite the poem aloud. Students will gain confidence in public speaking using a piece of memorized literature. Through memorization students will enhance their personal vocabulary. Memorization of poetry encourages students to be more analytical and inquisitive. Students who are still learning English are provided with a way to articulate the English language in way that is more formal and lyrical. Students will celebrate small victories when they memorize and recite a longer piece of literature.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Students will need to review the first half of the poem before the second class. This can be done daily for a few minutes each day.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Student will be to recite the entire poem after the second class.
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Joined November, 2021
5.0
61reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hi! I'm teacher Veronica. I've been teaching for over 20 years. I’ve taught in both brick-and-mortar classrooms as well as online. I’ve been homeschooling my children since they were in kindergarten. I LOVE to memorize. I started memorizing...
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Group Class
$20
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
1-4 learners per class
