Poetic rhythm, what it is and why it works, is the subject of this short video that uses animation to explain the appeal of rhythm, rhyme, and repetition.

Concepts

poetry, rhythm patterns, rhythm

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Flip the lesson having class members view the video,complete the comprehension check, and research some of the links before returning to class for a discussion of the video

Classroom Considerations

• The sophistication of the explanations and the plethora of literary terms make the video most appropriate for other learners

Pros

• The resource includes the video, a comprehension check, links to related resources, and a discussion question

Cons

• Those new to terms associated with poetry may be overwhelmed by the pace of the video; therefore, pause frequently to check for understanding