The first task to help accomplish these goals will be to find a poem that you really like, and learn about the real-life poet that created it.  The second task is to write a persuasive letter to that poet, encouraging him or her to write again and describing what you like about the poem.  The third task will be to work with your assigned classmates to create and edit a new book of poetry that will keep the poem supply growing until the strike ends.  To complete this task, you can present your poetry. Don't let this beautiful art form die out!

There is a rubric available, and you will receive a worksheet with checklists for each task.  You can always ask a classmate or Miss Knechel if you need help!

If you need inspiration, look in our classroom's Poetry Place for past class projects, and even some what-not-to-do's.  All of the examples will have the rubrics stapled to the back.

To complete this WebQuest, you must be able to do research on your own, and locate a poem and information about a poet.  You'll need to write, edit, and illustrate your own works.  Also, you'll be responsible for editing the works of others.  Writing in an organized way that follows the directions for each assignment will be important.  Since you will also work with partners, working together is an important part of this assignment. and You'll be using skills you already have, like writing letters and poetry.  You've also written a short report on a person.  Working together with your partners is important in this assignment, too. 

The standards met by this WebQuest are available on the teacher page.  The Kid-Friendly version is also available in the classroom Poetry Place.

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