Exploring Different Poetic Forms
Introducing various poetic structures such as haikus, limericks, and free verse, and their characteristics.
Key Questions
- Compare the structural requirements of a haiku with those of a limerick.
- Justify a poet's choice to write in free verse rather than a structured form.
- Construct a short poem adhering to the rules of a specific poetic form.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
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