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Don't just read a poem, recite a poem! Add speaking skills to a poetry unit with an activity that promotes successful poem recitation. Scholars choose a poem then recite it with the help of several tips and videos.
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Instructional Ideas
- Hold a speech contest where pupils recite their poem, use a rubric to grade recitations
- Create anchor charts that list the activity's helpful tips, display charts for class members to reference while they work
- Give learners the choice of how they wish to deliver their speech
Classroom Considerations
- Kid-friendly language allows pupils to independently follow the activity's plan
- The activity's duration includes the time it may take to review the activity and some practice
Pros
- Offers tips for memorizing and reciting poems
- Encourages participants to have fun
Cons
- None