Lesson Plan

Teach This Poem: "Instructions on Not Giving Up" by Ada Limón

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What do the myth of the phoenix bird and Ada Limón's poem "Instructions on Not Giving Up" have in common? Young scholars create a list of what they notice about both the myth and poem, then consider what the similarities might indicate about the poet's purpose.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Use the resource during National Poetry Month in April
Classroom Considerations
  • Class members should be familiar with the noticing approach used in the "Teach This Poem" series
Pros
  • The lesson encourages close reading, builds observation skills, and boosts confidence in poetry analysis
Cons
  • None