Introduce young poets to Blackout Poetry. Much like Found Poems, Blackout Poetry challenges scholars to rethink the process writers may use to craft their poems. After watching a short video in which poet Austin Kleon describes his writing process, class members try their hand at crafting Blackout Poetry.

Concepts

poetry, poetry analysis, the writing process, peer editing, self reflection, Writing

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Instructional Ideas

• Ask class members to craft two poems; the first using an article the poet selects and a second from the same article

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils require access to devices with internet 
• Presumes learners are familiar with the Magnetic Statements activity
• Requires copies of two worksheets, newspapers for each participant, and black markers

Pros

•  Includes teacher notes that provide suggestions for how to adapt the lesson
• Materials are available in Spanish and English
• Provides a link to the Magnetic Statements strategy

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.9-10.1.a W.11-12.1.a