8. Do it correctly and you will be a Poet too! 9. Complete Writers Checklist. a. Poem is checked for proper spelling b. Lines are short- usually just a word or phrase. c. Each sentence starts with a capitol letter. d. Each line refers to the shape you are writing about. e. Make sure your name and date is on paper. f. Your final copy is typed and printed out (you will have time to color).
Shape Poem's are really fun. Making one can be a very creative way to express yourself!
You are going to make your own SHAPE POEM!
1. Read the 2 poems by Kenn Nesbitt (notice how the poems flow and rhyme).
2. Identify and name shapes provided by Mr. Gillen. Think of 4 words that remind you of each shape and write them down.
3. Log on to www.readwritethink.org and CHOOSE A SHAPE.
4. Provide the TITLE and NAME of your Shape Poem.
5. List words that remind you of your shape (rhyming is fun). You must use at least 2 words from this list in your poem.
6. Once you choose your shape, you will write your poem or rap in that shape. You may write ABOUT the shape, or you can PRETEND TO BE the shape.
7. Complete your Poem at www.readwritethink.org and DONT FORGET TO CHECK YOUR SPELLING.
8. Do it correctly and you will be a Poet too! 9. Complete Writers Checklist. a. Poem is checked for proper spelling b. Lines are short- usually just a word or phrase. c. Each sentence starts with a capitol letter. d. Each line refers to the shape you are writing about. e. Make sure your name and date is on paper. f. Your final copy is typed and printed out (you will have time to color).