Introduce your middle schooler to American poetry through the Great American Poets english unit,  a four-week homeschool curriculum. Students explore poetic rhythm and devices while composing original works in styles like narrative, lyrical, sonnets, and haikus, sparking creativity and deeper understanding.

Key Features:

• Creativity Boost: Students master poetic forms like haikus, limericks, and free verse, drawing inspiration from nature and personal experiences.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzing classic works like Whitman’s O Captain! My Captain! sharpens literary interpretation and symbolism skills.
• Hands-On Learning: Creating a “found” poem using newspaper cutouts tests innovation through a tactile, engaging activity.
• Interdisciplinary Connections: Singing Emily Dickinson’s poetry to familiar tunes blends music and literature for a unique and memorable learning experience. 

The Great American Poets curriculum helps students connect with poetry, create their own works, and build language arts skills in a fun, meaningful way. By the end of this unit, they’ll complete a personal poetry journal filled with their creations and an appreciation for the art form. The homeschool english curriculum spans four weeks of our comprehensive education for ages 12-14, often used as eighth grade course material.

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