Poetry Writing: Metaphors (and Similes) Be With You!
In this one time class, learners will combine imagery to create one of a kind metaphors and similes to use in their poetry.
Amanda Crane, MFA, BA
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(10)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Calling all poets! Join this one-session class and dive into an exercise in creating original metaphors and similes. We will begin by reviewing each of these poetic techniques, view some examples, and then follow creative prompts to create fun and unusual comparisons in a short poem. Lastly, your learner will read it out loud for me, and I will do the same. If anyone would like extra feedback, they can submit their poems to me for my comments. This class will be a mix instructor knowledge and tips through slides, introducing "metaphor dice," interacting with each other, and then enjoying a mini open mic with me. YES! I write the exercises with my learners. Students of all levels are welcome as I will be providing prompts for each individual student to shuffle through and create their own personal metaphors and similes. I am a positive and passionate instructor who believes that a writer is one who writes! All that is required is a genuine interest in poetry writing. Come with an open and creative mind to enjoy this special way to unlock the imagination. If you don't see a time that works for you, click the "Show Alternate Times" or "Request a Private Class" button. I am flexible and happy to accommodate your schedule.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the difference between metaphors and similes and then create their own original poem/s full of either or both.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
A Google slide deck for informational purposes will be used. The students do not need to have an account as this will be screen-shared from the instructor end.
Supply List
Students will need paper and a pencil or the ability to open a blank document on their computer.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2022
5.0
10reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Amanda Crane is the author of the poetry collection, Barbiecue, and she has poems published in numerous literary journals including: Barbaric Yawp, Chronogram, The Paterson Literary Review, and Sawbuck. She is a two-time Editor’s Choice recipient for the Allen Ginsberg Poetry Award, and she is the new Poetry Coordinator and Board Member for the NJCTE: New Jersey Council of Teachers of English.
Her MFA in Creative Writing/Poetry is from Bowling Green State University in Ohio, and her BA in English/Creative Writing is from the State University of New York in New Paltz, New York. She has been an educator for over 20 years, and she has served as a high school English teacher in a top rated district, and a Professor of English at a number of universities. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-6 learners per class
