Apply it to Poem:
How the text works
Purpose, shape and language.
Purpose: Shape sound, image and line breaks to make meaning
Common forms: Free verse, spoken word, form poetry
Typical structure: A deliberate pattern of images, sound, lines or stanzas; ending that shifts or resonates
Language features: Sound pattern; imagery; compression; line breaks; precise verbs
Tone and register: Voice may be intimate, playful or formal; choices are purposeful rather than fixed.
Teaching guidance
Begin with an image, sound or question. Read aloud, revise each word and use line breaks intentionally.
Quick learner checklist
- □ The opening makes the purpose clear: Shape sound, image and line breaks to make meaning.
- □ Each part has a clear place and moves the reader towards the purpose.
- □ The language features, tone and level of formality fit the reader and situation.
- □ I have checked the details, paragraphing and punctuation before sharing.