Unlocking the Poet Within: A Creative Poetry Writing Journey
Does your teen love to write? Or maybe they want to explore their creative side?
In this engaging course, teens will explore the art of poetry by writing 10 different poem forms and studying the works of iconic poets.
Daysha Rae, M.Ed
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12 live meetings
9 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners will be provided opportunities to write their own poems, based on the poem forms we cover during the course.Letter Grade
Learners will be assessed informally by the teacher through verbal and written feedback. If a formal grade report is needed, please let me know, and I can do that for you at the conclusion of the course!Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
🌟 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨, 𝐓𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐬!🌟 Get ready to explore your creativity, find your unique voice, and have fun experimenting with 10 awesome poetry styles—all in a supportive space where your ideas and words truly matter. 𝙇𝙚𝙩'𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧! 🌟 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐞𝐧? 🖋️ Boost Creative Confidence: Learn to write poetry in a fun and judgment-free environment. 🎶 Discover Your Voice: Experiment with unique styles like blackout poetry, haikus, odes, and sonnets. 📚 Explore Poetry Legends: Gain inspiration from Langston Hughes and Robert Frost. 🤔 Think Outside the Box: Develop critical thinking and writing skills while having fun. 💡 Express Yourself: Create meaningful, personalized poems with guidance and feedback from the teacher. 📖 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: Every class is filled with engaging activities, easy-to-follow poem templates, and time to write and refine poems with real-time feedback. Teens will also explore themes like: -Where I Am From: Reflect on personal identity and experiences. -Pop Music & Classical Poetry: Draw connections between modern lyrics and timeless verse. -Collaborative Poems: Create powerful works with peers. No prior poetry experience is needed! Each poem form is designed to be fun, approachable, and rewarding. 🤝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 & 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝙏𝙚𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚: -Dedicated class time to work on their poems. -Private messaging or classroom chat options for extra help. -A teacher who understands that sharing creative work can feel intimidating—and works to make every student feel comfortable and supported. ✨ 𝐒𝐲𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐬 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 Check the Syllabus Summary for a full breakdown of our journey through poetic forms, activities, and author studies. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨: -Build writing skills. -Develop an appreciation for poetry. -Express themselves creatively while having fun! 🎉 Join us and let your teen’s inner poet shine!
Learning Goals
Learners will write poems based on the specific poem form taught each week and learn about famous poets.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
“I Am” and “Where I am From” Poems
In this lesson, learners will explore personal identity and roots through “I Am” and “Where I Am From” poems, encouraging reflection and self-expression. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Haikus and Grocery Store Ad Poems
This lesson covers the art of Haikus and transforms everyday grocery store ads into poetic expressions, demonstrating the power of brevity and creativity. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Found Poems and Blackout Poetry
In this lesson, participants will create Found Poems and Blackout Poetry, learning to craft new poetic meanings from existing texts by selectively redacting words. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Langston Hughes Author Study
This lesson delves into the life and works of Langston Hughes, highlighting his significant contributions to literature and the Harlem Renaissance. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Learners will be provided poem templates before each class. It will be helpful for learners to have a magazine that can be cut up, scissors, glue, paper, and writing utensil, too!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Dakota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
5 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature 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.
During my 21 years as a high school English teacher, I was proud to help our sophomore students consistently achieve the highest reading and writing scores in the state. 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!Reviews
Live Group Course
$18
weekly1x per week, 12 weeks
45 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
4-10 learners per class
