Poetry Analysis: A Scaffolded ELA Resource
Teach poetry analysis with clarity, structure, and depth. This flexible lesson resource walks students through the process of close reading, annotation, and literary analysis—helping them move from surface-level observations to well-developed thesis statements and essays.
Students annotate using the “Big Six” lens (diction, imagery, syntax, etc.), explore poems on literal, personal, and universal levels, and practice crafting thesis statements using sentence stems and scaffolded prompts.
Includes:
▸ Annotation strategies using literary devices and tone vocabulary
▸ Guided steps for three levels of meaning (literal, personal, universal)
▸ Thesis-writing support with clear examples and sentence frames
▸ Optional essay writing prompts for multiple poems
▸ Teacher suggestions for use with specific texts or in stations
PDF download
Ideal for grades 8–12
Reusable throughout the year
Standards-aligned and AP-friendly
Approx. 1–3 class periods depending on use
Teach poetry analysis with clarity, structure, and depth. This flexible lesson resource walks students through the process of close reading, annotation, and literary analysis—helping them move from surface-level observations to well-developed thesis statements and essays.
Students annotate using the “Big Six” lens (diction, imagery, syntax, etc.), explore poems on literal, personal, and universal levels, and practice crafting thesis statements using sentence stems and scaffolded prompts.
Includes:
▸ Annotation strategies using literary devices and tone vocabulary
▸ Guided steps for three levels of meaning (literal, personal, universal)
▸ Thesis-writing support with clear examples and sentence frames
▸ Optional essay writing prompts for multiple poems
▸ Teacher suggestions for use with specific texts or in stations
PDF download
Ideal for grades 8–12
Reusable throughout the year
Standards-aligned and AP-friendly
Approx. 1–3 class periods depending on use
Teach poetry analysis with clarity, structure, and depth. This flexible lesson resource walks students through the process of close reading, annotation, and literary analysis—helping them move from surface-level observations to well-developed thesis statements and essays.
Students annotate using the “Big Six” lens (diction, imagery, syntax, etc.), explore poems on literal, personal, and universal levels, and practice crafting thesis statements using sentence stems and scaffolded prompts.
Includes:
▸ Annotation strategies using literary devices and tone vocabulary
▸ Guided steps for three levels of meaning (literal, personal, universal)
▸ Thesis-writing support with clear examples and sentence frames
▸ Optional essay writing prompts for multiple poems
▸ Teacher suggestions for use with specific texts or in stations
PDF download
Ideal for grades 8–12
Reusable throughout the year
Standards-aligned and AP-friendly
Approx. 1–3 class periods depending on use