Roaring, Squealing, Purring: Expressing Ourselves Through Diamante Animal Poems
Madeleine Lifsey, M.A.T. (she/her)
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(109)
Learners will write, edit, and share a diamante poem about their favourite animals using verbs, adjectives, and nouns.
Class experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Learn to write diamante (dee - uh - MAHN - tay) poems, a poetry form created by Iris Tiedt in 1969. The whole writing process is scaffolded step by step, so every writer is supported and successful, regardless of their experience or abilities. Learners outside the age range are welcome if you think the class would be good for your child. We begin by reading and discussing an example diamante poem and co-write a poem as a group. Then writers brainstorm words that fit with their own chosen...
Students will learn or review the parts of speech and practice finding and choosing the most specific words they can to paint a picture in the reader's mind. They will learn the components and structure of a diamante poem, learn about synonyms and antonyms, write their own poems, practice editing, and practice sharing in front of a group.
I am a registered and practising primary school teacher and have taught diamante poems in my classroom.
Learners will need either lined paper and a pen or pencil or the ability to type fluently on the computer. It is recommended to also come to class with a water bottle.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(109)
Hello, my name is Madeleine (pronouns she/her), and I'm so excited to get to know you and learn with you! I am passionate about education as a means to empower children to change the world. My students and I learn through engaging small group...
Group Class
$20
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-6 learners per class
