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Poetry Power Hour: Explore Formats, Create Poems, and Find Your Voice

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Ages 12-17
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Poetry Power Hour helps teens explore poetry formats and improve writing skills through guided practice, engaging activities, and analysis to find their voice and express themselves confidently!
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(583 reviews)
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Live video meetings
1x per week
4-8 learners per class
50 min

What's included

1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per week
Mastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Learners may work on their poems outside of class time, and handouts will be provided for each poem form we discuss.

Class Experience

Welcome to Poetry Power Hour: Explore Formats, Create Poems, and Find Your Voice! 

This ongoing class invites teens to dive into the exciting world of poetry by exploring a wide variety of poetic forms, from haikus and sonnets to collaboration poems and short author studies. Each week, we’ll focus on a new style, technique, or theme to inspire creativity and help learners hone their writing skills.

In this class, I combine guided instruction with hands-on practice. We'll start each session with a brief introduction to the week's poetic form or technique, followed by group discussions to analyze examples of poetry that highlight the topic. Afterward, learners will have time to craft their own poems using prompts and techniques discussed in class.

There will be plenty of opportunities for learners to share their work, give and receive constructive feedback, and reflect on their writing journey. Sharing is encouraged but never required, allowing each learner to participate at their own comfort level.

This class is perfect for teens who want to experiment with different styles of poetry, improve their writing, and find their unique voice. Join us to unlock your creativity and connect with other young poets in a supportive and engaging environment!

🗓️Weekly Topics

Week of January 13: “I Am” and “Where I Am From” pomes
Week of January 20: Haikus and Rengas
Week of January 27: 5 Senses and Riddle Poems
Week of February 3: Grocery Store Poems
Week of February 10: Found Poems and Blackout Poetry
Week of February 17: Langston Hughes Author Study
Week of February 24: Five Senses and Riddle Poems
Week of March 3: Two-Sided Poems
Week of March 10: No Class
Week of March 17: Chance Poems and Roll-the-Dice Poems
Week of March 24: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words (using pictures as inspiration for poem-writing)
Week of March 31: Odes
Week of April 7: Collaborative Poems
Week of April 14: Sonnets
Week of April 21: Robert Frost Author Study
*more dates to be added later!

Learning Goals

Explore and master a variety of poetic formats and techniques to build a strong foundation in creative expression.
Analyze and discuss the structure, themes, and stylistic choices in poetry to deepen their understanding of literary elements.

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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

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Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Dakota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Jamestown College
I have been teaching literature and writing to teens for over 25 years. I hold Bachelor’s Degrees in English, Writing, and Secondary Education, as well as a current teaching license. In 2005, I earned a Master’s Degree in Education and continue to take professional development courses annually to refine my teaching practices and stay current with educational trends and new teaching methods. Alongside my work with pre-teens and teens, I am also an English professor at the university level, where I teach writing and literature courses.

My teaching approach focuses on building a strong foundation by breaking the writing process into small, manageable steps. I am super patient and encouraging with my feedback and guidance, ensuring students feel supported and confident as they grow in their writing abilities.

My courses are designed to accommodate all types of learners and abilities, providing a supportive environment where every learner can thrive!

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583 total ratings, 379 with reviews

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The reviews consistently highlight the teacher's exceptional teaching style, patience, and ability to engage students effectively. Students enjoyed the interactive and practical nature of the lessons, which covered valuable life skills like financial literacy, essay writing, and music. The teacher's personable and encouraging approach created a positive learning environment where students felt comfortable and motivated to learn.
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