Transcript Bards on the Bog – Writing a Poem

CINQUAIN
POEMS
Learning
Objectives
WALT:
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Understand the meaning of the word classes: verbs,
adjectives and nouns and ‘synonym’.
Write your own cinquain poem linked to the theme of:
Rembering
WILF:
To be able to describe the basic structure of a cinquain.
To be able to set out the poem in the correct and logical
order.
How to Write a Cinquain
Line 1:
1 word subject (noun - naming word)
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Line 2:
2 adjectives
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Line 3:
3 words that express action (verb)
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Line 4:
1 phrase about the subject
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Line 5:
1 synonym for the subject
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(describing words)
Also add a suitable title
Synonym
A word or phrase that means the same as another
word or phrase in the same language
For example: shut is a synonym of close
Synonyms
Think of at least four synonyms for the following words.
Beautiful: Attractive, Pretty, Lovely,
Strong:
Stable, Secure,
Funny:
Comical,
Boat:
Chocolate:
Treasure:
Memory:
Past:
Scream:
Child:
Prodded:
Planning
A one-word subject, a noun
Two adjectives
Three verbs
A phrase about the subject
A synonym for your title
Add a title that links to the subject
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Toys
Cosy, soft,
Hold, grip, cuddle,
My childhood friends
Playthings
Playmates
Think carefully about your word choices and improve as your plan develops.
Friends
Toys
Velvety, soft
Cosset, cuddle, clinch
Eased my nightmares
Playmates
Yummy!
Dessert
Cold, creamy.
Slurp, giggle, dribble.
Cone with three scoops.
Ice cream.
Memorable Day
What a Day!
Party.
Happy, cheerful.
Singing, eating, dancing.
My fourteenth birthday.
Bash!
Memories of
Scotland
A one-word title, a noun
Two adjectives
Three verbs
A phrase about the sentence
A synonym for your title
Add a title that links to the subject
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Think about places, traditions food, activities, weather , people etc.