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Which subject	English
What topic	Unseen poetry
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 11
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Unseen Poetry

Subject

English

Topic

Unseen Poetry

Grade/Age Group

Year 11

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

• To develop students' skills in analysing unseen poetry.
• To understand the use of language, form, and structure in poetry.
• To enhance critical thinking and interpretative skills.
• To foster confidence in discussing and writing about poetry.

Materials

• Copies of selected unseen poems (3 different poems)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector (optional)
• Handout with poetry analysis framework
• Notepads and pens

National Curriculum Correspondence

This lesson aligns with the national curriculum for English by encouraging analysis, interpretation, and personal response to literary texts.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Unseen Poetry	5 minutes	Brief overview of what unseen poetry is and its significance.
2	Reading the Poems	5 minutes	Distribute the selected unseen poems. Students read individually.
3	Group Discussion	8 minutes	Divide students into small groups to discuss their initial thoughts and interpretations. Encourage sharing ideas.
4	Analysis Framework	7 minutes	Provide handout that outlines key elements of poetry analysis (e.g., theme, tone, imagery). Students start applying it to the poems.
5	Sharing Insights	3 minutes	Groups share their insights with the class without presenting formally.
6	Conclusion and Reflection	2 minutes	Summarise key points discussed, emphasising the importance of personal interpretation in poetry.

Homework

• Assign students to write a short analysis of one of the unseen poems discussed in class. This should include their interpretation of language and structure, and is to be submitted written (no presentations required).

Assessment

• Collect and review homework assignments to assess understanding of poetry analysis.
• Monitor group discussions for engagement and comprehension during the lesson.

Additional Notes

• Allocate time for students who may need assistance understanding the poems or their analysis.
• Consider providing examples of analyses to help students grasp expected outcomes.

Lesson script