June 10 2026 Double - Poetry Unit Bones of Poetry, Spoken Word Poetry, Types of Poetry

Intro - Poetry Unit Bones of Poetry, Spoken Word Poetry, Types of Poetry & History of 

TASK 1 Examples of Poetry Review – Review package - with presentation.

1. The Bones of Poetry - Notes Presentation - for Teacher to project and present.

*Student version - HERE. - printed copies are already ready for students - located at the front of the room - labelled - there are lines/spaces for students to fill in missing words while teacher goes through FULL Notes Presentation for teacher - linked # 1 above.

   Task 2 - We Are More: POEM

SSpoken Word Poetry Review & Sample - 

   Shane Koyczan as a Canadian spoken word poet.

Ask students: "Have you ever heard of spoken word poetry? What makes it different from traditional poetry?"

    Briefly explain that spoken word poetry is meant to be performed aloud and often addresses social and emotional themes.

   Introduce Shane Koyczan: A Canadian poet, borninYellowknife, Northwest Territories.

   Shane is known for his powerful spoken word performances that address bullying, mental health, self-acceptance, and love.

    

    He has performed at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and TED conferences. Here is is Olympic Performace! Thoughts?

DQ: Does Shane capture and present what it means to be Canadian?

CClick link below to view and listen to his performance:

We Are More Shane Koyczan Vancouver

Notes to review re: WE ARE MORE

1. Repetition

• Repeated phrases like “We are more” emphasize the central theme of identity, unity, and pride.
• Repetition reinforces key messages and creates a rhythmic structure that engages the audience.

2. Alliteration

• Example: “proudly particular, and particularly proud.”
• The repetition of initial consonant sounds adds musicality and memorability to the poem.

3. Metaphor

• Example: “We are the true north, strong and free.”
  • Canada is metaphorically described as "the true north," symbolizing its geographical location and national values.

4. Personification

• Example: “Our land takes care of us.”
  • The land is given human qualities, emphasizing the connection between people and the environment.

5. Hyperbole 

• Example: “We are the keepers of legends and stories.”
  • Exaggeration is used to emphasize Canada’s rich history and cultural significance.

Additional:

*Imagery

• Vivid descriptions evoke powerful visual and emotional reactions.
  • Example: “We are the spirit of the north, strong and free.”
  • The imagery paints Canada as vast, diverse, and resilient, inviting the audience to picture its natural beauty and cultural strength.

Task 3 - if you get there - Types of Poetry - printed copies labelled at the front of the room - Click HERE for info to project.

Teacher - Review - Concrete Poem and then Art/ Image Section - Students Individual Task - thoughts re: images and TASK: title each image! 

Teacher: Then review actual titles of these pieces below:

Man & Woman - with pitchfork - 'American Gothic' - 1930 Grant Wood. 

'The Scream' - 1893-1910 - Edvard Munch 

'The Old Guitarist' - Picasso - Barcelona - Blue Period. 

Untitled - Robert Duncan 

HReview all other 'types' of sample poetry on the sample poetry package. 

If If Time - Students can create a poetry piece of their own.