Seasons Poetry: Summer Sun Shining, a Glorious Glimmering Glow
In this one time class learners will learn 3-4 poetry forms and write poems about summer.
Crystal Tankersley
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(152)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Formal: Learners may turn in written poems after class through private message to the teacher for feedback and grading. *Please make sure to request feedback. This way I know whether you want feedback or just want to share your poems.* Informal: Learners can receive an informal assessment based on their participation in class. *Please make sure to request feedback*Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
In this one time class we will learn 3-4 poetry forms. Each poetry form will have a mini-lesson, example poem, and writing time. Poems will be written using summer themes. Learners can raise hands and share poems throughout class. Class Structure: - Class Greeting and Introductions: 5 minutes - Summer Brainstorm: 5-10 minutes* - Haiku Poem: 5-10 minutes* - Concrete Poem: 5-10 minutes* - Acrostic Poem: 5-10 minutes* - List Poem: 5-10 minutes* *Times are approximate since some groups will move on quicker than others. Extra poetry forms will be available for classes that finish early. - Class Closing: 5 minutes
Learning Goals
Learners will consider what things are "summer things".
Learners will learn 3-4 poetry forms.
Learners will practice writing poems.
*Some classes will include diverse learners and diverse descriptions of summer.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Single Learner Classes:
- Single learner classes will go ahead as scheduled unless learner and family request otherwise.
- If the lesson ends early, learners will have writing time at the end of class.
Supply List
Something to write with and something to write on. _ Notebook and pencil or pen or _ Paper and pencil or pen or _ Ability to use Microsoft Word or Google Docs while in class
Language of Instruction
English
Joined April, 2020
4.7
152reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a writer and poet who loves teaching learners about writing and poetry. Poetry is many things. Poetry is the beauty of the world around us. Poetry is the beauty of words written about our world. Poetry is description and depiction. Poetry is ever changing and ever growing. Poetry is love and joy, sadness and anger. Poetry is every emotion imaginable.
Passionate Poets see
Opportunity knocking
Everywhere they look
Thoughts fill with ideas
Revealing the secret world
Yearning to be foundReviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
1-6 learners per class
