Graphic Organizers for Teaching Poetry Writing: 20 Graphic Organizers With Model Poems and Lessons That Support Children as They Write Different Forms of Poetry

By Betsy Franco

Book Overview

Simplify and take the guesswork out of teaching poetry with these graphic organizers and step-by-step lessons. Model poems and lessons help students learn about the characteristics and structures of poetry forms such as haiku, limericks, and acrostics. Motivating graphic organizers, tailored to each poetry form, guide them in planning, and then writing their own poems. Includes ideas for building fluency and comprehension, extension activities, and a concise summary of recent best-practice research. For use with Grades 1-3.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0439531519
• ISBN13: 9780439531511
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Scholastic Teaching Resources
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.8" x 10.8"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3