My Papa's Waltz by Theodore Roethke

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Review/HK

Denotation vs. Connotation

Application of Knowledge: "My Papa's Waltz" by Theodore Roethke

Group/Individual Assessment

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Agenda

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LAFS.1112.RL.2.4

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including words with multiple meanings or language that is particularly fresh, engaging, or beautiful. (Include Shakespeare as well as other authors.)

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Salvadore School of Learning

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First, listen as I read along. You should be considering the poem's rhythm, word choice, and meaning.

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Let's annotate the poem for connotation and denotation. Underline words that can be perceived as positive and highlight those that can be perceived as negative.

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There should be roughly six groups. Each group has been provided one (1) dry erase board and one (1) expo marker. ​

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Starting from one end of the circle, your group scribe will write down one negative word and/or phrase to show to the class. Then the next group must present another negative word/phrase that has not yet been used yet. Once a group that has been called on is out of words, other groups will have a chance to chime in for extra-credit.

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Group Assessment and Activity​

There should be roughly six groups. Each group has been provided one (1) dry erase board and one (1) expo marker. ​

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Starting from one end of the circle, your group scribe will write down one ambiguous word and/or phrase to show to the class. Then the next group must present another ambiguous word/phrase that has not yet been used yet. Once a group that has been called on is out of words, other groups will have a chance to chime in for extra-credit.

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With a partner or by yourself

read the poem silently and contemplate possible meanings of the poems. 

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Be prepared to discuss possible meanings as a whole group.