1. On______You Will Recite Your Poem of Choice for Your Classmates

Poem Recitation Directions:

1. On______you will recite your poem of choice for your classmates. o You will not be allowed to use notes or a copy of the poem for reference o Focus on the five ideas/skills outlined on the rubric (on website and Google Classroom). o Compete a TPCASTT of the poem using to the Slides template on Google Classroom o Use any time to practice in class wisely! Helpful Tips: 1. Memorize the poem in pieces. Commit to memorize two to four lines a day. 2. Write the lines you are trying to memorize several times by memory and then try to speak them 3. Practice in front of your parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, teachers, administrators, etc. 4. Work on memorizing the lines- then work on how you say/deliver the lines. 5. Consider the overall tone or mood of the poem and attempt to create that with your voice and facial expressions. 6. Record your voice saying the poem perfectly and listen to it over and over. 7. On the day of your recitation turn in a clean, printed copy of your poem! A) All students will have one opportunity to start over one time without penalty. B) All students can miss one word without penalty. C) Mis-pronouncing any words will lead to a point loss. D) Inaudible presentations will not be graded and will have to be performed later for the teacher at a point penalty (15%). E) Any students talking, making faces, or being disruptive in any way during presentations will have at least a 15% point penalty taken from their listening grades.

Poem Recitation Directions:

1. On______you will recite your poem of choice for your classmates. o You will not be allowed to use notes or a copy of the poem for reference o Focus on the five ideas/skills outlined on the rubric (on website and Google Classroom). o Compete a TPCASTT of the poem using to the Slides template on Google Classroom o Use any time to practice in class wisely! Helpful Tips: 2. Memorize the poem in pieces. Commit to memorize two to four lines a day. 3. Write the lines you are trying to memorize several times by memory and then try to speak them 4. Practice in front of your parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, teachers, administrators, etc. 5. Work on memorizing the lines- then work on how you say/deliver the lines. 6. Consider the overall tone or mood of the poem and attempt to create that with your voice and facial expressions. 7. Record your voice saying the poem perfectly and listen to it over and over. 8. On the day of your recitation turn in a clean, printed copy of your poem! A) All students will have one opportunity to start over one time without penalty. B) All students can miss one word without penalty. C) Mis-pronouncing any words will lead to a point loss. D) Inaudible presentations will not be graded and will have to be performed later for the teacher at a point penalty (15%). E) Any students talking, making faces, or being disruptive in any way during presentations will have at least a 15% point penalty taken from their listening grades.

Accuracy Student is well prepared and has obviously rehearsed his/her poem thoroughly. No mistakes. Perfectly accurate with no prompting.

Voice and Articulation Speaks clearly and distinctly all the time, and mispronounces no words. Volume is appropriate for audience and poem is easily heard.

Physical Presence Uses posture appropriate for the poem; looks relaxed and confident. Establishes eye contact with all members of the audience during the presentation. Appropriate attire. Pausing and Pacing The student uses pauses and pace effectively to communicate meaning and/or enhance dramatic impact of the poem. Speed of recitation does not distract from meaning. Dramatic Appropriateness Excellent performance of the poem with appropriate gestures that do not detract from meaning. Appropriate level of vocal enthusiasm. Overall “Performance” Performer goes above and beyond and brings the poem to life with facial expressions, and movement to make the poem more believable, more entertaining, and more easily understood. Above are the skills assessed for the oral presentation of poetry and the highest level of skill required for a perfect score in each category. Use the rubric as you prepare your recitation.

Accuracy Student is well prepared and has obviously rehearsed his/her poem thoroughly. No mistakes. Perfectly accurate with no prompting.

Voice and Articulation Speaks clearly and distinctly all the time, and mispronounces no words. Volume is appropriate for audience and poem is easily heard.

Physical Presence Uses posture appropriate for the poem; looks relaxed and confident. Establishes eye contact with all members of the audience during the presentation. Appropriate attire. Pausing and Pacing The student uses pauses and pace effectively to communicate meaning and/or enhance dramatic impact of the poem. Speed of recitation does not distract from meaning. Dramatic Appropriateness Excellent performance of the poem with appropriate gestures that do not detract from meaning. Appropriate level of vocal enthusiasm. Overall “Performance” Performer goes above and beyond and brings the poem to life with facial expressions, and movement to make the poem more believable, more entertaining, and more easily understood. Above are the skills assessed for the oral presentation of poetry and the highest level of skill required for a perfect score in each category. Use the rubric as you prepare your recitation.