1. In honor of National Poetry Month in April, we are going to read several different poems. Begin by watching the reading of Shel Silverstein’s “The Toy Eater.”  What do you think about this poem?  Do you think an adult or a kid would like this poem better? Not only will you read the poetry of Shel Silverstein, but you will also get to enjoy poetry by other children’s poets. 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: www.youtube.com www.youtube.com Click the image to play the video.

2. All the resources below will introduce you a variety of children’s poems.  “Daydreamers” by Eloise Greenfield “Daydreamers”  “Louder” by Jack Pretlutsky “Louder”  Jack Pretlutsky’s websitewebsite  “I Spy Riddle Rhyme” by Jean MarzolloI Spy Riddle Rhyme  Many poems by Shel Silverstein Many poems  “How to Eat a Poem” by Eve MerriamHow to Eat a Poem  “I Raised My Hand in Class” and other poems “I Raised My Hand in Class” and other poems by Kenn Nesbitt  “Anthropoids” and other poemsAnthropoids by Mary Ann Hoberman  “Mosquito” by J. Patrick LewisMosquito  “A Bad Case of the Sneezes” by Bruce LanskyA Bad Case of the Sneezes  You should also look in your library’s your library’s poetry section! 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: www.clipart.com by subscriptionwww.clipart.com

3. Your first step is to read the poems. Next, you will need to organize what you have learned. This graphic organizer will help you think about ideas presented in the poems. Remember that since these are notes, complete sentences are not necessary.graphic organizer 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: www.clipart.com by subscriptionwww.clipart.com

4. Now that you have read several poems, you should begin thinking about why these are poems that you and other children would enjoy. You will write your own poem, using these poets as your inspiration. Begin to think about an idea that would be a good topic for poem. Your poem should be something that your friends and classmates would have fun reading. Your poem will be assessed based on your ability to create a poem that would appeal to you and your friends.assessed 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: www.clipart.com by subscriptionwww.clipart.com

5.  Write your own theme poem!theme poem!  Poetry Splatter- Write your own silly poems by choosing the words to “splat” in the poems! Poetry Splatter  Create a comic strip that illustrates your poem.comic strip 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next Image Source: www.clipart.com by subscriptionwww.clipart.com

6. BCPS Curriculum Grade 3 Library Media- Poetry Common Core State Standards Reading: 1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. Writing: 7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. Standards for the 21 st Century Learner Standards for the 21 st Century Learner 1.1.6 Read, view, and listen for information presented in any format (e.g. textual, visual, media, digital) in order to make inferences and gather meaning. 2.1.3 Use strategies to draw conclusions from information and apply knowledge to curricular areas, real-world situations, and further investigations. 4.1.3 Respond to literature and creative expressions of ideas in various formats and genres. Maryland Technology Literacy Standards for Students 3.0: Use a variety of technologies for learning and collaboration. Time Frame: 2 50 minute periods Differentiation: Direct students to use comprehension tools included in databases, such as: audio read-aloud, labeled reading levels, and embedded dictionaries. Direct students to websites and videos that read the poems paired with visuals Learning Styles: Auditory, Visual, Kinesthetic, Reflective, Sequential, Field Independent Notes to the teacher: You may need to present the first slide to the class, as students cannot access the YouTube video independently. Designed for individual research instruction. Extend this research activity by having students share their original poetry. Students may write their own poems on paper or by using Microsoft Word. Last updated: July 2012 Created by Karen Connor, Library Media Specialist BCPS Slam Dunk Research Model, Copyright 2012, Baltimore County Public Schools, MD, all rights reserved. The models may be used for educational, non-profit school use only. All other uses, transmissions, and duplications are prohibited unless permission is granted expressly. This lesson is based on Jamie McKenzie’s Slam Dunk Lesson module.Karen ConnorJamie McKenzie’s Slam Dunk Lesson module 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444