Poetry Writing Lesson: Amanda Gorman
Created by Teacher(s): Dan Castrigano|Published on: July 29, 2021
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: English Language Arts
Duration: 1 hour
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Region: Global
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Synopsis
In this lesson, students will analyze Amanda Gorman’s poem “Earthrise” and write their own poetry.
Inquire: Students watch Amanda Gorman perform her poem “Earthrise.”
Investigate: In groups, students analyze one stanza of “Earthrise,” take notes, and then share their thinking with the rest of the class.
Inspire: Students write their own poem, drawing inspiration from “Earthrise.”
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Dan Castrigano
Academic Teacher at Burlington YouthBuild
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