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	Creating a List Poem
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The purpose of this activity is to create a list poem.  The list poem is a very old form of poetry.  It itemizes things or events.  List poems can be of any length, rhymed, or unrhymed.

Student Goals

Listen and learn
Make friends
Be understanding
Do my best
Complete all assignments
Respect others
Communicate with peers
Cooperate with teachers
Smile
Love yourself and others
 

Step One:  Read the poem "Chocolate".

Step Two:   The students will be divided into groups of three and asked to respond to the following:  List three sentences that represent your ideas during the Chips A Tally activity.

Step Three:  Teacher will explain a list poem.

Step Four:  The students will be asked to share their three sentences to make a group list poem.  The suggested title is "Chips A Tally."