Expressive Poetry: Voices of Resilience

Amanda DeLorenzo

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Expressive Poetry: Voices of Resilience

Explore emotions through poetry

In this lesson, students will explore their emotions through the medium of poetry, crafting pieces that articulate their personal stories of resilience. This creative expression allows for emotional release and fosters a deeper understanding of individual strengths. The lesson is important as it encourages self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and empathy among students, helping them to recognize and celebrate their resilience.

Audience

Grades 11-12

Time

35 minutes

Approach

Explore emotions through poetry

Materials

Paper, Pens, Discussion Questions, and Worksheet: Poetry Prompts

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Briefly introduce the concept of resilience and its importance in personal growth.
Explain how poetry can be a powerful tool for expressing emotions and personal stories.

Step 2

Guided Writing

15 mins

Distribute the 'Poetry Prompts' worksheet to each student.
Encourage students to choose a prompt that resonates with them and begin writing their poem.
Remind students that this is a personal exercise and there are no right or wrong answers.

Step 3

Sharing Circle

10 mins

Invite students to share their poems with the class if they feel comfortable.
Encourage active listening and respectful feedback from peers.
Discuss how sharing personal stories can build empathy and understanding.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

Reflect on the experience of writing and sharing poetry.
Ask students to consider how they can use creative expression in their daily lives to process emotions.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on resilience and poetry.

What does resilience mean to you?

Encourage students to think about personal experiences or stories they've heard.

How can poetry help us express emotions?

Discuss the emotional impact of poetry and its ability to convey complex feelings.

Why is it important to share our stories of resilience?

Highlight the role of storytelling in building community and understanding.

Worksheet

Poetry Prompts

A worksheet with prompts to inspire students to write poems about resilience.

Write about a time you overcame a challenge.

Think about what you learned from the experience.

Describe a person who inspires you with their resilience.

Consider their qualities and actions that demonstrate resilience.

Imagine a future where you have achieved a personal goal. Write a poem about the journey.

Focus on the steps and emotions involved in reaching your goal.