Poetry Basics

Poetry Basics

Grade 9 · ELA · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can create my own poem using various poetic devices and techniques.

Warm-Up Video

TED-Ed · 5:20

What makes a poem … a poem? - Melissa Kovacs

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

“Reflect on what you learned today.”

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