Introduction to Poetry

By Cassandra Hawkins-Wilson

Grade Level: 10-12, Developmental English, and Freshman/Sophomore Composition

Unit Length: 8 Class Sessions

Unit Overview

This unit introduces poetry to students, who may not have the opportunity for meaningful poetry exploration. Students develop poetic vocabulary through the study of selected poems from “The Reflections of a Mississippi Magnolia.” Students acquire a poetic vocabulary through a series of interactive learning activities tha… Continue