It Was A Silly Afternoon Poem
A raccoon dressed to the nines? An armadillo in a pillow hat? A whooping crane with a cane?—What could possibly be going on? This poem is a great way for students in grades 2-6 to practice their transformation skills. In addition, you may integrate Language Arts learning by discussing the use of personification in the poem. We have also included some recommended step-by-step delivery ideas to help you turn the poem into a full lesson.
It Was A Silly Afternoon Journal: Grades 2-4
It Was A Silly Afternoon Journal: Grades 5-6
To maximize student achievement, download this drama journal for students to use as reflection or formative assessment. For each poem, we have created a corresponding journal page for your students. A drama journal allows participants to reflect on their learning and artistic growth (metacognition). It also allows you, the teacher, to see how students are using the drama vocabulary, thinking about big ideas, and perceiving their own strengths and weaknesses.