May+4

Bellwork:
Look at the Holocaust images. In your writer's notebook in the Observations section, write down your reactions to what you observe in the pictures. Take a few moments to really concentrate on the images and how they make you feel. Write down what you observe, but also write down your thoughts and feelings about the subject.

Read AloudRead "The Butterfly" by Pavel Friedmann Discuss as a class. Why did the butterfly become a symbol for children during the Holocaust?

Mini Lesson: Rhythm, Rhyme, and Poems
Watch the slideshow on SlideShare. Follow along with your handouts and fill in the blanks as we go. Make sure to KEEP up with your handouts. You will need them to review for your poetry test next week!

Homework/Practice: Writing Poetry
Choose 2 poetry forms that we just reviewed. In remembrance of the Holocaust, I want you to write 2 original poems in 2 of the forms found in the slide show over the subject of Humanity. Poems that do not have length requirements should be at least 2 stanzas long.

==== Need some inspiration? Check out the lyrics to "Where is the Love" by the Black Eyed Peas. Whether you want to accept it or not, MUSIC=POETRY!====