- Before: Photocopy or print the poem so you can annotate
as you read.
- Preview: Consider the title, poetic structure, repeated
words, etc.
- First Reading: Read the poem straight through for
enjoyment; pause and reflect afterwards.
- Second Reading: Search for and define Q-words.
Record definitions right on the sheet.
- Third Reading: Consider structure and sound. Look
at the form of stanzas, rhyme scheme, alliteration, etc. Take notes.
- Fourth Reading: Examine figurative language.
Figure out metaphors, symbols, imagery, etc.
- Fifth Reading: Read for meaning. Consider
emotions, theme, tone/mood, message, etc. Take notes.
- Sixth Reading: Read for enjoyment one last time.
- Evaluate: What is the author trying to say in the
poem? Record your answer.
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