Transcript Where I`m From

Where I’m From
An Introductory Poem
Read Along
Read “Where I’m From” by George Ella
Lyon along with the teacher.
 On a sticky note, write down three words
or phrases that grab your attention.
 With a partner, complete one of the
following sentences:
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The most important characteristic of this
poem is…
This poem is unique because…
What’s special about this kind of poem?
It draws out your memories, both physical
and emotional.
 It connects you with people and things
that are important to your personality.
 It forces you to share specific details
making your writing richer, more complex,
and more interesting.
 It shows what makes you unique.
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Example
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Watch this video poem created by Julia
Daniel, a high school student, based on
this assignment:
Your Task
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Write a poem about
yourself.
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Use rich, descriptive
language.
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Use symbols and metaphors
to describe yourself or your
background.
Brainstorm
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Draw a web with the following categories:
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Family members (names)
Friends (names)
Pets (types & names)
Foods (things your family eats)
Stories (events from your life)
Sayings (things people always say to you)
Places (places that are yours)
Write
Write your poem on your own paper.
 Skip lines.
 Use the example and the template for
guidance.
 Don’t be afraid to get creative – add or
extend ideas that help your poem
blossom. If you’re not sure about it, ask
the teacher.
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Share, Revise, and Share Again
Share your poem with a new partner.
 Partners should look for lively, descriptive
words. Brainstorm at least one new word
to add to your partner’s poem.
 Revise your poem and make certain you
can read it.
 Be prepared to share your poem with the
class!
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Create a Student Wall
Fold a piece of paper in half, hamburger
style.
 On one side, in large letters, write one line
from your poem.
 On the other side, illustrate your line.
 Post your work on the wall.
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Submit
Congratulations! You just completed a
task for each of the Language Arts
domains: reading, writing, listening, and
speaking.
 Turn in your work for your first grade.
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Image Bibliography
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"It's MY mind!: Memory for Weird Stuff." It's MY mind!. N.p., 19 July
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Lyon, George. "Where I'm From, a poem by George Ella Lyon, writer and
teacher." Official site of George Ella Lyon, writer and teacher. N.p., n.d.
Web. 7 Aug. 2012. <http://www.georgeellalyon.com/where.
"Paines Plough." Paines Plough. N.p., 1 June 2012. Web. 7 Aug. 2012.
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