Publishing an original poem
I can publish an original poem, using form and layout to emphasise meaning.
Publishing an original poem
I can publish an original poem, using form and layout to emphasise meaning.
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Key learning points
- Poems can be published with illustrations to help the reader engage with the poetry further.
- Illustrations can be influenced by both the content and form of the poem.
- A poem’s illustrations can be based on imagery, emotions, rhythm and flow, and the intended audience.
- The layout of words and illustrations in a poem can make it more visually appealing to the reader.
Keywords
Form - the way that a poem can be presented
Illustrations - visual elements such as drawings, paintings or images that accompany a text
Layout - the way the poem is organised on the page
Publishing - the process of producing written content to become available for an audience
Common misconception
Pupils may think that illustrations are always drawn in pencil.
Include access to a wide range of materials which pupils can use to create an illustration for their poem. This might include colouring pencils, charcoal, watercolour, oil pastel, clay etc.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
repetition of the sound found at the start of words that are close
describing a non-living thing as if it acts or feels like a human
the repeated use of words, phrases or structural elements
Exit quiz
6 Questions
the way that a poem can be presented
visual elements (drawings, paintings or images) that accompany words
the way the poem is organised on the page
a part of a poem that contains vivid description
a part of the poem that evokes strong emotions or themes
a part of a poem that has a natural pause or change in pace
a part that the audience might engage more deeply with