American+Poetry+Assignment

Lesson: In-depth study of American poetry

Title of lesson: American Poetry study

Description of lesson: Write, research and read famous American poets.

Assignment: The students will work to compile a book of their favorite American poems (8-10), a small of biography of their favorite American Poets (2-3) and a short poem in the style of a poet.

Resources/materials needed: Computer for research, a three ring notebook to compile poems and research. Also the intro page which can be found here:

Technology reflection: Students will learn to use 21st century technoology to their benefit.

Evaluation: