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Analyzing Themes in "Sestina" by Elizabeth Bishop

In this lesson, students will develop their skills in identifying central ideas and themes in literature, focusing specifically on Elizabeth Bishop's poem "Sestina." Through a series of activities including reading the poem aloud, taking notes on key imagery, and collaborating with partners to answer 18 targeted questions, students will analyze the poem's development and summarize supporting details. This interactive approach aims to foster a deeper understanding of the text. The class will conclude with a review of student findings.

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Analyzing Themes in "Sestina" by Elizabeth Bishop

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  1. Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Daily Learning Target: I can determine central ideas or themes of a text in order to analyze their development and summarize the key supporting details and ideas.

  2. Bell Ringer • Read the questions first. • Then answer the questions on your Bell Ringer paper.

  3. “Sestina” by Elizabeth Bishop • Listen carefully as I read the poem orally. Write down key ideas or images that develop in your mind as I read.

  4. Individual and Partner • Now read the poem individually. Add any new words to your list. • Read the poem with your asssigned partner. Discuss the words that you each have on your list. http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/sestina/

  5. “Sestina” • Partner Project: Complete the 18 questions with your partner. This project acts as your points for the day. Make sure that you complete all of the answers. You have until the last 5 minutes of class. Work hard and stay on task!!!!!!

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