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Which subject	English
What topic	different types of poetry
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 4
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Different Types of Poetry

Topic

Different Types of Poetry

Objectives

To identify and understand various types of poetry (e.g., haiku, limerick, free verse).
To analyse the key features of each type of poetry.
To create an original poem using one of the types discussed.

Materials

Whiteboard and markers
Handouts with examples of different types of poetry
Projector (for presentation, if needed)
Paper and pens for each student
Poetry books as additional resources (optional)

Grade/Age Group

Year 4

Subject

English

Class Size

20 Students

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Poetry	5 mins	Briefly introduce the topic of poetry and its importance in literature. Gather students' prior knowledge of poetry.
2	Types of Poetry	10 mins	Present different types of poetry (haiku, limerick, free verse). Use examples to illustrate each type. Encourage questions.
3	Group Activity	5 mins	Divide students into small groups. Assign each group a type of poetry to discuss and come up with key characteristics.
4	Share and Reflect	5 mins	Have each group share their findings about their assigned type of poetry with the class. Encourage other groups to ask questions.
5	Poetry Creation	5 mins	Instruct students to create a short poem of their choice type. Provide guidance as needed.
6	Homework Assignment	30 secs	Explain the homework assignment: to write a poem at home using a different type from the lesson. Remind them to bring it next class for check-in.
7	Closing Remarks	2 mins	Reiterate the importance of poetry and encourage students to read different poems at home. Answer any lingering questions.

Assessment

Students will be assessed based on their group activity participation and completion of the homework assignment.
Homework will be checked in class without requiring students to present it in front of the class, promoting a supportive environment.

Adaptations

Provide additional support and resources for students who may need help crafting their poems.
Encourage advanced students to try more complex poetic forms or to illustrate their poems creatively.

Links to National Curriculum

This lesson aligns with the English curriculum for Year 4 by focusing on reading comprehension, creative writing, and exploring poetry. Students will develop an understanding of poetic forms and enhance their written communication skills.