Inspired by “The River” by Valerie Bloom, © Valerie Bloom. Used under fair dealing for educational purposes. Full poem text not reproduced so please refer to an authorised publication for classroom reading.
This is a short, rhythmic poem that is simple enough for EAL learners but rich in imagery, metaphor, and sound.
Lesson Overview
Lesson Focus (Key Skills) and the Outcome
- Understanding the Poem (Reading comprehension, listening) Identify who/what the poem is about
- Describing & Imagery (Adjectives, metaphors, similes) Describe the river using your own words
- Feelings & Personification (Emotional language, discussion) Explain how the river behaves like a person
- Rhythm & Sound (Reading aloud, performance) Perform a verse with voice and gesture
- My Own Poem (Writing, creativity) Write a short poem comparing nature to a person or emotion
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