A Rose By Emma Tisdale A 1 Sequencing

A Rose By Emma Tisdale

A 1: Sequencing �The cycle of the four seasons is an important part of this poem. Think about what season begins the poem and which season would be at the end. �Create and illustrate either a timeline or a Thinking Map to sequence the events. Make sure they are in the correct order.

A 2: Cause and Effect �Personification gives an object or animal human-like qualities. In line 8, the poet writes, “The rose feels very hurt. ” �What is the cause of the rose’s pain? Is this pain physical or emotional? �How do you know? Support your responses with lines from the poem.

A 3: Implications and Consequences �At the end of the poem, a new rose has come to take the place of the old one. In your opinion, what effect does the growth of this new rose have? �Create a Thinking Map to illustrate your thoughts.

A 3: Consequences and Implications Team Talk: �What if the seasons never changed? �What would be the consequences for the rose if it was always summer? �What if it was always winter? Now independently think and record your thoughts: �What would be the consequences for people if it was always summer? �What if it was always winter?

A 3: Consequences and Implications Team Talk: � What does the poem imply about the natural cycle of living things? Support your answer.

Journal Entry �Poets use personification to add interest to and help readers connect to their poetry. Let’s practice some! �Write a quick example of personification based on one or more of the following: �What would your pencil say or do if you dropped it? �Tell what your bike, skateboard, or roller blades would say when you