Celebrate Your Narrative Poetry Performance
Year 7 & 8 English Refining, Practicing & Presenting A celebration of creativity and storytelling
Today's Learning Journey
Refine your narrative poems using feedback Practice presentation skills with peers Celebrate with a class poetry reading Reflect on your creative growth
Poetry is the rhythmical creation of beauty in words
- Edgar Allan Poe
Refining Your Narrative Poem
Review feedback from peers and teacher Focus on word choice and narrative flow Check your use of poetic devices Read aloud quietly to hear the rhythm
Presentation Skills Checklist
Volume - Can everyone hear you clearly? Pace - Not too fast, not too slow Expression - Show the emotion in your poem Eye contact - Connect with your audience Body language - Stand confidently
Practice Round in Small Groups
Form groups of 4-5 students Take turns reading your poems aloud Give positive, constructive feedback Focus on presentation skills we discussed
Class Poetry Reading Celebration
What are you most proud of about your poem or presentation today?
More Narrative Poetry slide decks
Other ready-to-teach decks on narrative poetry.
