June 3 & 5 Poetry Unit Bones of Poetry, Spoken Word Poetry, Types of Poetry & History of - The Exclamation Mark & Intro to True Spirit

June 3 

Silent Read 20 min

Examples of Poetry Review – Review package -

The Bones of Poetry - Notes Presentation

*To print student version - HERE. 

   We Are More:

SSpoken Word Poetry Review & Sample

   Shane Koyczan as a Canadian spoken word poet.

Ask students: "Have you ever heard of spoken word poetry? What makes it different from traditional poetry?"

    Briefly explain that spoken word poetry is meant to be performed aloud and often addresses social and emotional themes.

    Introduce Shane Koyczan: A Canadian poet, born in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.

    Known for his powerful spoken word performances that address bullying, mental health, self-acceptance, and love.

    

    Has performed at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and TED conferences. Here is is Olympic Performace! Thoughts?

DQ: Does Shane capture and present what it means to be Canadian?

We Are More Shane Koyczan Vancouver

1. Repetition

• Repeated phrases like “We are more” emphasize the central theme of identity, unity, and pride.
• Repetition reinforces key messages and creates a rhythmic structure that engages the audience.

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2. Alliteration

• Example: “proudly particular, and particularly proud.”
• The repetition of initial consonant sounds adds musicality and memorability to the poem.

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3. Metaphor

• Example: “We are the true north, strong and free.”
  • Canada is metaphorically described as "the true north," symbolizing its geographical location and national values.

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4. Personification

• Example: “Our land takes care of us.”
  • The land is given human qualities, emphasizing the connection between people and the environment.

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5. Hyperbole

• Example: “We are the keepers of legends and stories.”
  • Exaggeration is used to emphasize Canada’s rich history and cultural significance.

Additional:

*Imagery

• Vivid descriptions evoke powerful visual and emotional reactions.
  • Example: “We are the spirit of the north, strong and free.”
  • The imagery paints Canada as vast, diverse, and resilient, inviting the audience to picture its natural beauty and cultural strength.

J June 5 - Double Block

Silent Read 20 min

Further notes - Types of Poetry - to print - Click HERE for info.

Review - Found Image Section - Individual Task - thoughts re: images and TASK: title each image! 

Man & Woman - with pitchfork - 'American Gothic' - 1930 Grant Wood. 

'The Scream' - 1893-1910 - Edvard Munch 

'The Old Guitarist' - Picasso - Barcelona - Blue Period. 

Untitled - Robert Duncan 

HHistory of the Exclamation Mark

History of - The Exclamation Mark

Explained - Netflix - Ep. 11

Lesson: 

• Brainstorm Activity:
  Question: When do you use an exclamation mark in your writing?
  • Write responses on the board 

2. Video Viewing (15 Minutes)

• Watch Explained: The History of the Exclamation Mark (Netflix, Ep. 11).
• Ask students to focus on these key points while watching:
1. Where and how did the exclamation mark originate?
2. Why did people start using it?
3. How has its meaning or use changed over time

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