If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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Students will learn the basics of how to read poetry and explore how reading poetry is different than reading other kinds of writing.
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Students will learn about how the context in which a work of art is created shapes its meaning and explore how this enriches their understanding of the texts.
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Students will expand their knowledge of vocabulary through various techniques, including the use of context clues and consulting reference materials.
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Students will practice analyzing themes and motifs in works of literature and connect them to their...
