Poetry Hunt

Introduction
 
Pretend that you are working as a reporter or a journalist.  Your job is to work cooperatively with your assigned group to complete all of the assigned tasks.  It is imperative that you follow all directions carefully and completely in order to successfully accomplish your goal. This is a fun and unique approach to learning about poetry. Take advantage of this opportunity. You may ask questions at any time. Happy searching!
Task
 

1. Your first task is to use the provided Internet links to define the following poetry terms.

2. Your second task is to use the provided Internet links to research the following types of poetry. Define each type of poetry. Then read several examples of each type of poetry and then select your favorite example for each type. After selecting your favorite example, identify any of the poetic elements present in the poem.

3. You will then create your own poems for two of your favorite types of poetry. They must be original. They must contain poetic elements.
Process
 

Process for Task 1

1.Begin a slideshow presentation in Keynote, and title it "Poetry Hunt". On the title slide, be sure to include the names of all the people working in your group.

2.For your Keynote presentation, use the provided Internet links to define the poetry terms given below.

3. Be sure to type these terms and give definitions in your own words.

4. Continue to Process 2 where you will be adding to your Keynote presentation.

Poetry Terms: 

imagery, stanza, metaphor,idiom, stanza, tone, mood, connotation, shift,theme, repetition, refrain, rhyme scheme, paraphrase, onomatopoeia, personification, simile, alliteration, theme, and hyperbole

Links for you to use:

http://www.shadowpoetry.com/resources/wip/types.html

http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0072405228/student_view0/poetic_glossary.html

http://www.poetryfoundation.org/learning/glossary-terms

Process for Task 2

1. Use GOOGLE to search for the examples of the types of poetry given below.

Types of Poetry:

narrative, limerick, haiku, epic, free verse, and shape poetry

2. Look at several different examples of each type of poetry.

3. Choose your favorite example for each type.

4. Copy the link for each of your 6 favorite examples, and paste each link onto its own slide in Keynote. Title each slide with the type of poem, and give its definition. Also on the slide, include the title and author of the poetry example you chose.

5. Reread each poem and find examples of the poetic elements. List any examples that are present on the slide where you defined the poetry type, and listed the title, and author.

Process for Task 3

1. Sumbit your Poetry Hunt Keynote presentation to eBackpack in the assignment folder named "Poetry Hunt WebQuest".

Process for Task 4

1. Choose your two favorite types of poems from the list of poems you researched.

2. Write your own original examples based on the poems you selected.

3. Write your poems on a seperate piece of paper.

4. Each student must have his/her own original poems.

5. Decorate the poem pages and feel free to write in colored ink. Don't be afraid to be creative.

6. When each group member is finished with their two original poems they should staple their poems together and submit them to class tray.
Evaluation
 
Evaluation Rubric
  Beginning 1 Developing 2 Very Good 3 Exemplary 4 Score
Portfolio is well-organized. Papers are not in order; did not follow directions. Missing important parts-i.e. poems,title,etc.  Most of the pages are in order, but some of the directions were not followed. Poems are organized and presented neatly.   %25
Content Only a minimal amount of effort; only a minimal amount of information is present. Some items are missing-i.e. definitions, examples, etc.. Most of the information is present, but some of the directions were not followed completely. All poetry examples are present. All definitions are present. All original poems are present and complete. %25
Appearance Messy and unattractive Appearance is unattractive, messy, not colorful, etc.. Portfolio is together, but it is not neatly bound or is not colorful; could be neater or more attractive. Graphics and color were used to enhance the appearance of the portfolio. It is neatly bound and typed to specifications. %25
Worked cooperatively in groups Student was uncooperative; did not work well with other students. Student did the work, but did not work well with the other students. Student worked, but had to be redirected and reminded to work with the group. The group was off task several times. Student made postive contributions to group and worked cooperatively with other members. %25
Total Score: %100
Conclusion
 

Congratulations! You have hopefully been successful in accomplishing all of the tasks assigned! You are now familiar with poetry in a new and exciting way! Your Poetry Portfolio is sure to be something you will be proud of for years to come! There is an entire world of poetry that you have not yet experienced! In your free time, explore a few websites and let me know what you find! Happy Searching!
Credits

 Subject: Poetry 
Description: This webquest is designed to help familiarize you with poetry. Your goal is to work cooperatively with your group in order to complete each task. After completing each task, you will have successfully accomplished your mission. Good Luck and happy searching! 
Grade Level: 6-8 
Curriculum: English / Language Arts 
Keywords: imagery, stanza, metaphor, onomatopoeia, personification, simile, alliteration, acrostic, haiky, cinquain, limerick, diamante, free verse, shape poetry 
Author(s): K.garofalo, P.sabatini D.durette

Adapted by: Katie Morrow
Teacher Page
 

Lesson Name: Poetry Hunt

Grade Level: Originally designed for 9th graders, and be adapted for 7th.

Curricula Areas: Language Arts & Technology

Time Frame: This project usually takes about three days, but may vary according to class and amount of time per class period.

Objectives for this Webquest:

1. TSW define several poetic terms and elements.

2. TSW compile examples of different types of poetry.

3. TSW write original poetry.

4. TSW develop a new understanding and appreciation of poetry.