Year 4 - English
Performing 'There are things that lurk in the library' by Joseph Coelho
Poet focus: 'Overheard in a Tower Block' by Jospeh Coelho
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils read, explore and peform a selection of poems from Joseph Coelho's collection, 'Overheard in a Tower Block'. They are first introduced to the poet, before exploring the poems and getting tips from Joseph on how to perform the poems.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to perform the poem 'There are Things that Lurk in the Library' by Joseph Coelho.
Key Notes
- Performing poetry to an audience is an important part of the process of creating poetry.
- When performing poetry, you can vary your volume, pace and use gestures to have an impact on the audience.
- Deciding upon and creating a desired atmosphere is important when performing poetry.
- We can improve our performances of poetry through practice.
Vocabulary To Learn
- atmopshere: the mood created in a section or whole of a text
- volume: the loudness or softness of the voice when speaking or reading a poem
- pace: the speed or rhythm at which a poem is read or performed
- gesture: a movement that helps express an idea or meaning
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may think a person can be 'good' or 'bad' at performing.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
Performing poetry to an audience is an important part of the process of creating poetry. When performing poetry, you can vary your volume, pace and use gestures to have an impact on the audience.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'atmopshere'
the mood created in a section or whole of a text.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Pupils may think a person can be 'good' or 'bad' at performing. Correction: Explain that successful performances need practice, like any skill. By identifying the elements that contribute to a successful performance, we can then practise them.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Comparing Joseph Coelho's poems 'Teetering Towers' and 'City Kids' Study Guide
- Exploring and performing 'A Book for a Daughter' by Joseph Coelho Study Guide
- Introduction to the poet Joseph Coelho Study Guide
- Reading and responding to 'There are things that lurk in the Library' by Joseph Coelho Study Guide
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