Interpretive or Found Poetry

1. Using idioms and phrases from the life histories, students work in groups of 3 or 4 to construct and illustrate a poem based on one theme related to the fishing industry. Sample themes might include: the daily life of the fisherman, dangers encountered, personal hardships, family involvement, financial successes and setbacks, or another topic the students suggest.
   
   
2. See Examples of Found Poetry
   
   
3. For additional teacher information, see American Memory lesson: Enhancing a Poetry Unit with American Memory.
   

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