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High school creative writing song microsofts
Bob Dylan: Music as Poetry with "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue"
This is a wonderful way to introduce the blurred lines between genres, as well as a great way to engage in the learning process—for all students of all ages love music. They may be reluctant poets, but once the connection is made that some songs are indeed poetry (or, heaven forbid—the acronym R.A.P. stands for Rhythmic American Poetry!), the sky is the limit for a renewed appreciation for poetry. This can be a nice addition to any poetry unit, or, it stands alone as an extension activity, a c
Grades:
6th - 12th
Figurative Language in "Karma" by Taylor Swift
In this assignment. Students annotate Taylor Swift's "Karma", looking for figurative language (metaphor, personification, simile, and idiom). Students then write their own figurative language for karma. This comes with the handout and answer key. It's in google docs, so you can edit it how you want. I use this with my continuation high school students and they enjoy it.
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7th - 10th
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Taylor Swift's TTPD Poetry Writing & Analyzing
Students will be able to analyze and interpret emotions conveyed in poetry by exploring song lyrics from Taylor Swift's new album, The Tortured Poets Department, and relate them to personal experiences.Assessment:Students will create their own poems inspired by two Taylor Swift songs, "loml" and "thanK you aIMee," focusing on expressing and conveying their emotions effectively through their writing.Key Points:Understanding the connection between music lyrics and poetryAnalyzing the emotions port
Grades:
6th - 12th
Song Writing Assignment
This handout will guide students through writing their own original song. Includes a grading rubric with points. Used in a Creative Writing class, but could easily be used for an ELA classroom.
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Bell Ringers Music Mondays
Looking for an engaging way to start off your week? My students LOVE Music Mondays and I love the conversations that are sparked by music. The slides are editable and can be used other days of the week or you can even use them as quick write prompts. **Some songs contain language so make sure to skip those or seek edited versions.
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Pentameter&Rhyme Scheme in Encanto Songs!
This packet is a fun way for students to identify pentameter and rhyme scheme while watching an inclusive, modern animated film. The lyrics for the following songs are included:-”Surface Pressure”- “What Will I Do”- “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”Students will label the pentameter and rhyme scheme. The movie viewing and assignment takes approximately 4 class periods.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Figurative Language: Taylor Swift Lyrics
This editable PowerPoint Presentation contains 20 figurative language examples used throughout Taylor Swift's lyrics. This is a fun and educational game that can be used to review figurative language terms such as metaphor, simile, hyperbole, oxymoron, onomatopoeia, alliteration, personification, allusion, idiom, and irony.
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in: Figurative Language: Taylor Swift Lyrics PPT. and Handout
LET’S CREATE: “COMMERCIAL/TV THEME SONG PROJECT”
This is a very creative hands-on group project for students to present their favorite commercial/TV theme songs in various formats:
a. Rap a Revised Version
b. Sing them
c. Theme show about favorites
d. Name that Commercial/TV Theme Song Game Show
e. Add music and props, etc. (optional)
Great End of the Semester Project
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6th - 12th
WAYS TO PROVE TRIANGLES CONGRUENT SONG 2
Song about WAYS TO PROVE TRIANGLES CONGRUENT. Includes lyrics, animation, and music. From SkitSoPhrenia and I Feel A Song Coming On by Cindy Boyd. THIS IS A DIFFERENT SONG THAN THE OTHER SONG ON THIS SITE. I use to reinforce and reteach what I have taught. No vocals at this time. I use smilies whenever possible because all my students identify with them as they have no characteristics that denote race.
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6th - 12th
Pop Sonnets
This activity is best used in conjunction with a poetry or Shakespeare unit. After studying the Shakespearean sonnet and reading some Erik Didrikson's pop sonnets, students write their own pop sonnet using the modern song of their choice.This product includes instructions, grading information, a teacher example, and two examples of Didrikson's sonnets.
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Shakespeare Bundle
Writing Workshop -- Person, Place, and Song
This workshop opportunity allows students to turn to music for inspiration. Music is often paired with memory, and this resource allows students to explore how music impacts others, leading to them writing about it's impact on them.
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7th - 12th
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Figurative language Song
This song teaches the differences between idioms, metaphors, similes, and hyperboles. It is to the tune of the muffin man.
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2nd - 12th
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30 Journal Writes
30 journal writes that teachers can use as class opener writes or expand for longer writing.
Grades:
7th - 10th
What if I told you that I love you - find the secret message worksheet
This worksheet is based on Ali GAtie's song !what if I told you that I love you". Students listen carefully and underline the extra words to find a secret message! Very engaging activity. Includes a creative writing task and a focus on phonology. You can google lyrics for the answer key.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: "What if I told you that I love you" song lesson pack
Creative Writing: Neil Young and Transcendentalism
Using the lyrics to Neil Young's "My My, Hey Hey" students write a letter to the artist expressing their agreement or disagreement with the song. I use this prompt with the movie "Into the Wild"
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9th - 12th
Writing a Country Song
This is a great lesson to help students with figurative language, rhyme scheme, and other poetic elements. Students find it very challenging to write the "perfect" country song! The results are always highly entertaining! Great group activity.
Grades:
6th - 11th
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Lyric Essay
Students can choose any song they want and the goal is to make a song essay. The story should reflect the story shown in the song chosen.
Grades:
7th - 12th
Creative Writing: Neil Young and Transcendentalism
Using the lyrics to Neil Young's "My My, Hey Hey" students write a letter to the artist expressing their agreement or disagreement with the song. I use this prompt with the movie "Into the Wild"
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Soundtrack for Scary Stories
Creative assignment to accompany Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Black Cat' or Nathaniel Hawthorne's 'The Minister's Black Veil.'Students will develop a soundtrack, liner notes, album art and a poster based on tone, mood, and suspense.
Grades:
9th - 12th
![Preview of "The Jagged Maggot (A Red Ribbon Week Resource)" [*New Book Trailer]](https://ecdn.teacherspayteachers.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=avif,quality=70,width=525,height=525,onerror=redirect/thumbitem/The-Jagged-Maggot-A-Red-Ribbon-Week-Resource-1656583706/750f-26900-1.jpg)
"The Jagged Maggot (A Red Ribbon Week Resource)" [*New Book Trailer]
Check out the New Book Trailer (+13 Rating): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE7yE0KDIeo&t=4s
[All profits from this work go to the Homeless.] This is a poem/song that discusses the pitfalls and dangers of hard drug use. It would be quite relevant for Red Ribbon activities, discussions regarding drug abuse, etc. ["Aids Orphans Remembered"]
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7th - 11th
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End of Year RAP Writing Activity
Good for middle school students and a fun collaborative activity for the end of the year in review.
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Song of the Self - Narrative Essay Project
This is a great project for your students to write a narrative essay about themselves while choosing a song that represents them (or a time in their life), playing the song and having the lyrics for all to read while the song plays. This assignment covers a narrative essay, an oral presentation, music as poetry, poetry, literary terms and, most importantly, creates a family type of environment in your classes. I use this in an inner-city school in Phoenix and have been doing this project for 1
Grades:
9th - 12th
Writing Workshop: A Semester of Weekly Writing Prompts
Currently Unavailable due to upload malfunctionThis is a semester of weekly writing prompts that combine a variety of skills. Students will be required to analyze literary and informational texts and respond. They will also be required to read and analyze songs and quotes and respond appropriately. These prompts mix narrative writing, literary analysis, and free writing. It would be most easily used printed in a workbook form. I have my Word margins set to .7 and .8. If you download, and the pag
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8th - 11th
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![Preview of "Music Words" Demonstrating Rhythm; [*New Book Trailer]](https://ecdn.teacherspayteachers.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=avif,quality=70,width=525,height=525,onerror=redirect/thumbitem/Music-Words-A-Silly-Poem-that-Shows-Rhythm-1657551520/750f-52195-1.jpg)
"Music Words" Demonstrating Rhythm; [*New Book Trailer]
Check out the New Book Trailer (+13 Rating): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE7yE0KDIeo&t=4s
[All profits from this work go to the Homeless.] This is poem that illustrates how poetry can have a rhythm, and creative writing can be quite fun. ["Aids Orphans Remembered"]
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2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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