This pack contains a number of resources to support pupils when writing list poems around the theme of winter. Two model poems are included to teach this poetic style with opportunities to explore expanding noun phrases using adjectives, modifying nouns and prepositions.
The poems could be used as part of a series of English lessons. The pupils’ final writing task is to write their own list poem on a similar theme, using the model texts as inspiration.
What is included in this KS2 poetry resource?
- List poem model text: Hygge - This model text is a poem about the Danish term ‘hygge’ (pronounced hyoo.guh), which means to be content, cosy and comfortable, which many people practise in the winter months. Examples of noun phrases, expanded with adjectives, modifying nouns and prepositions are included.
- List poem model text: Night Time Exploring - This model text is a poem about the Winter Solstice, which means to be content, cosy and comfortable, which many people practise in the winter months. Examples of noun phrases, expanded with adjectives, modifying nouns and prepositions are included.
- List poem writing sheet - This contains success criteria for writing a list poem as well as examples of how noun phrases can be expanded.
- List poem planning sheet - This worksheet allows pupils to note ideas for a list poem.
- Themed writing paper - The writing paper can be used for pupils to present their work.
- Teacher notes - Guidance on how the resource could be used within the classroom.
What is a list poem?
A list poem that comprises items linked to the topic title arranged as a list.
National Curriculum English programme of study links
Year 3 / 4 Composition
Pupils should be taught to:
- plan their writing by discussing and recording ideas
- draft and write by composing and rehearsing sentences orally ...
Year 5/6 Composition
Pupils should be taught to:
- plan their writing by noting and developing initial ideas ...
- evaluate and edit by assessing the effectiveness of their own and others’ writing