This Teach This Poem: “As I Walk These Broad Majestic Days” by Walt Whitman lesson plan also includes:
Walt Whitman's poem "As I Walk These Broad Majestic Days" offers scholars an opportunity to practice their noticing skills. They first examine a postcard of the Newport News Shipyard listing things they notice about the image and how these details make them feel. Class members then do a close reading of Whitman's poem and list words and phrases that catch their attention. Using these lists to support their analysis, pupils respond to a series of questions about the poem.
5 Views
5 Downloads
CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Before beginning the lesson, instructors should read the attached Teacher Reference found in the Included Materials section of this review that describes the noticing instructional approached used
- Include in a study of the American Civil War, during April's Poetry Month Month, or a study of Walt Whitman and his poetry
Classroom Considerations
- Part of the "Teach This Poem" series from the Academy of American Poets
- This resource is only available on an unencrypted HTTP website. It should be fine for general use, but don’t use it to share any personally identifiable information
Pros
- The resource includes extension activities and a context essay for instructors
Cons
- Younger learners may need additional scaffolding to connect the postcard image to the poem
Start Your Free Trial
Save time and discover engaging curriculum for your classroom. Reviewed and rated by trusted, credentialed teachers.
Try It Free