Preparing to write a poem about small objects
I can prepare to write a poem about a small object.
Preparing to write a poem about small objects
I can prepare to write a poem about a small object.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Minuscule, tiny, minute and diminutive are words to describe small objects.
- The subject of a poem is what the poem is about.
- Poets must decide the tone and emotional impact of their poem before they start generating language.
- Poets should decide the subject of the poem; something that inspires poetry and will be interesting to write about.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that any small object can be a good subject for poetry.
Teach pupils that the subject of a poem should be something that inspires poetry and will be interesting to write about. Provide children with a range of ideas for them to decide whether they are inspiring or not.
Keywords
Minuscule - an adjective which means tiny or microscopic; like an insect so small you can barely see it
Inspiring - something or someone that is exciting and makes you feel strongly interested and enthusiastic
Synonym - a word that has the same or similar meaning to another word
Diminutive - an adjective which means unusually small; like someone so tiny, you almost don’t notice them
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