During this module, students will determine the theme of a poem using details in the text, including how characters respond to challenges and how the narrator reflects upon a topic. It should be noted that prior to this module, students will have had several instructional opportunities to learn about theme. In addition, students will read informational text about metaphors and participate in the close reading of Langston Hughes’ poem Mother to Son, focusing on the use of metaphors in this poem.
After note-taking and conversing with peers, students will write an informational essay discussing the author’s use of metaphors as it relates to the comprehension of the theme of this poem.
This module has been written with the intent of implementation mid school year. This informational module has been designed with four purposes in mind:
- Deepen the students’ ability to analyze meanings of metaphors in poetry.
- Develop a better understanding of how an author develops a theme through word choice.
- Allow students to demonstrate their learning through an informational essay.
- Address ELA grade level specific standards.
