Narrative, Drama and… · JHS2 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.5.1.1.2 - Examine the features of different types of poems

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least three types of poems (sonnet, acrostic, haiku) by their key features.
Distinguish between the different structural patterns of a sonnet, an acrostic, and a haiku.
Compose their own short poem in at least one of the examined forms (sonnet, acrostic, or haiku).
Present their composed poem to the class with clear pronunciation and appropriate expression.
Explain how the structure of each poem type contributes to its overall meaning and effect.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Literature (Strand 5)
Sub-strand: Narrative, Drama and Poetry (5.1)
Content standard: B8.5.1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of how various elements of literary genres contribute to meaning
Indicator: B8.5.1.1.2 - Examine the features of different types of poems
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 10 (Week 34 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 67
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Identify and recognise the types of poems (sonnet, acrostic, haiku etc.).
- Compose different types of poems (sonnet, acrostic, haiku etc.).
- Perform different types of poems.