Editable PPT/Google Slides: Florida B.E.S.T ELA.6.R.1.4 Poetic Devices

Use this presentation to teach middle school students about poetic forms (sonnet, haiku, and limerick, for example). Learn about common poetic techniques and their influence on the meaning and tone. Includes advice for analyzing and writing a poem. This resource was developed in 2023 with the new Florida B.E.S.T. standards in mind.

Fully editable in Google Slides so you can tailor it to your needs.

Standard: ELA 6.R.1 Reading Prose & Poetry

Poetry

ELA.6.R.1.4: Describe the impact of various poetic forms on meaning and style.

Benchmark Clarifications:

Clarification 1: Poetic forms used for this benchmark are sonnet and villanelle.

Slide breakdown:

1: Title slide

2: What is poetry?

3: Common poetic forms

4: Interpreting poetic meaning

5: Poetic techniques

6: Famous poets

7: Poetry timeline

8: Benchmark clarification: sonnet and villanelle

9: Analyzing a poem

10: Writing your own poem

11: Terms of use and thank you!

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• Editable
• Compatible with Powerpoint and Google Slides
• Easy to read and understand
• Reading standard: B.E.S.T ELA.6.R.1.4

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