Diamante deeahMAHNtay Diamante The word is derived from

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Diamante (dee-ah-MAHN-tay)

Diamante (dee-ah-MAHN-tay)

Diamante � The word is derived from the French word”diamant” which means diamond. �

Diamante � The word is derived from the French word”diamant” which means diamond. � This is a seven-line formula poem written in the shape of a diamond.

Diamante � This poetic form helps you apply your knowledge of: opposites parts of

Diamante � This poetic form helps you apply your knowledge of: opposites parts of speech conflict

Diamante Its poetic formula asks that you: � Count the words on every line

Diamante Its poetic formula asks that you: � Count the words on every line � Insert particular kinds of words

Diamante Poem Baby wrinkled tiny crying wetting sleeping rattles diapers money house caring working

Diamante Poem Baby wrinkled tiny crying wetting sleeping rattles diapers money house caring working loving smart helpful Adult

The Diamante Formula � Line 1: one noun as the subject � Line 7:

The Diamante Formula � Line 1: one noun as the subject � Line 7: noun that is the subject’s opposite � Line 2: two adjectives describing the subject � Line 3: three participles (verb ending in ing) telling about the subject � Line 4: four nouns (the first two related to the subject; second two related to the opposite) � Line 5: three participles about the opposite � Line 6: two adjectives describing the opposite

What do you do first? � Choose two nouns - One noun as the

What do you do first? � Choose two nouns - One noun as the subject - One noun that is the opposite of the subject

What next? � Search for the right words to express your ideas and feeling.

What next? � Search for the right words to express your ideas and feeling. � The message of the poem is always more important than adhering to the formula. � Something you need to know: ◦ A participle is a verb + “ing” (Ex: talking) � Let’s try one together!