Poetry Out Loud

Notice words and phrases!

• Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.

What do the words and phrases do in the poem?

• Analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of the theme, setting, or plot.

Reading Poetry Out Loud

Today's Agenda

• Select a poetry book with your partner (5 minutes)
• Choose a poem to read out loud (5 minutes)
• Have copies made
• Read the poem, talk about it (10 minutes)
• Divide up the lines; highlight yours (10 minutes)
• After you practice reading it, find a teacher and perform your reading! (5 minutes).

Best poetry readings will be shared