EDU 250: Poetry Assignment
EDU 250: Poetry Assignment
Part 1: Poetry Anthology
● Select one collection (anthology) of poetry for children that includes many types of poetry on many subjects. They may include selections by one author or be centered around one theme. (You may not select Shel Silverstein or Jack Prelutsky ONLY Anthologies)
o http://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1340.Best_children_s_poetry_books
● You are not expected to read the entire collection, but do read a good sampling. To complete this assignment, you will have to read at least five poems in each anthology.
Try to read five different types of poems in each anthology; however, if the anthology you select is dedicated completely to one type of poetry [limericks], you may not be able to find the suggested variety of poems. To thoroughly enjoy and appreciate the poems, you should read them aloud.
EDU 250: Poetry Assignment
● Write a review for the anthology. Include:
o APA reference citation
o Full bibliography of all title included
o Summary that lists topics/themes covered
o Selected poems [Try to list five different (types of) poems for each anthology; put the title and type of the poem; of course, if you have a book of limericks, you will not be able to find five different types, but still list five poems]
o See PowerPoint for identified Types of Poetry
o Evaluation (Use criteria listed below; you should address at least five of the criteria.)
o Personal reaction
DETAILED ASSIGNMENT
