Writing Haiku Poems
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Objective
I can write a haiku poem following the 5-7-5 syllable structure.
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Warm-up video
Imagine Forest · 4:27
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Haikus are traditionally about nature, seasons, and even animals.
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Four techniques for structuring haikus are the contrast technique, the when where and what technique, the narrowing focus technique, and the comparison approach.
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The first line of a haiku contains five syllables, the second line contains seven syllables, and the third line contains five syllables.
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Practice
8 questions
What is the traditional subject matter of haiku poems?
List the four techniques for structuring haikus that were discussed in the video.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Write a haiku about autumn leaves. Remember the first line must have 5 syllables, the second line 7 syllables, and the third line 5 syllables.”
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