Students explore Robert Burns' life & works, learn abt iambic meter & compose a poem in his style. Utilize info, samples & meter chart.

Objective:

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to comprehend the life and works of Robert Burns as well as compose a poem in his style.

Materials:
-Information sheets and slides on Robert Burns
-Poetry samples
-Meter chart

Lesson Plan:

1. Introduction (10 minutes):
- Introduce Robert Burns and provide information on his life, such as his major works, birth and death dates, and how he is commemorated yearly.
- Ask students open-ended questions about Burns to check for understanding, such as “What do you know about Robert Burns and what does his poetry mean to you?”

2. Meter (15 minutes):
- Explain the concept of iambic meter and provide examples from Burns’ works.
- Provide a meter chart for students to practice and use for the upcoming activity.

3. Writing Activity (30 minutes):
- Explain to students that they are going to compose their very own Robert Burns-style poem.
- They should aim to use iambic meter and Burns’ frequently used phrases and imagery.
- Students can choose to write an original poem or they can choose a famous Burns poem and recreate it as closely as possible.
- Provide a sample of Burns’ works for further reference.

4. Reflection (10 minutes):
-Have the students share their works and discuss the meaning of Burns’ poems and how they were relevant in his time.
- Ask students what they learned and how they think Burns’ poetry can be applied to life today.

Closure:
- Provide a summary of the lesson and remind students of the learning objectives.
- Explain the importance of Robert Burns and his legacy.