Poetry

POETRY PROTOCOL

Directions: Use the following suggestions to make your own notes about the poem you are reading.

1. On a first reading, read for enjoyment. Get a feeling for the poem’s words. ENJOYMENT	2. On a second reading, read for meaning. Look for clues that help you understand what the poem is saying. MEANING
3. On a third reading, study the structure and language of the poem. What kind of poem is it? Does it have a rhyme scheme? What types of figurative language are used? Examine the images, organization, and sounds. Think about how they add to the poem’s message. ELEMENTS	4. On a fourth reading, read for feeling. What are the mood and tone of the poem? How does this poem make you feel as you read it? FEELING