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 * Poetry4Now: Poetry Time Capsule Project **

Have you ever wanted to capture a moment in time so that it didn’t get lost in the constantly changing world? Ms. Barker and I want to give you that opportunity. We will show you how to encapsulate your world with a unique, meaningful, and expressive art form – poetry! As we’ve already learned, poetry is everywhere and as you’ll learn during this project, it can be created ‘on the go’!

So, what does this all mean? It means you will be creating a poetry time capsule! It won’t be poetry for the sake of writing poetry, it will be Poetry4Now!

__**Time Capsule Items**__:


 * Your time capsule must have at least five items.
 * You may ‘re-do’ one of the options, but only once!

Important Note – these are merely suggestions and possible formats; we do not want you to feel limited by them. If you would like, combine elements of any type of poem to make your own creation.


 * ** ‘Slice of Life’ Found Poem **
 * ** ‘Sign of the Times’ Found Poem **
 * ** ‘Novel Idea’ Found Poem **
 * ** ‘Name that Tune’ Found Poem **
 * ** ‘Word Flick’ Found Poem **
 * ** ‘Poetry Mash Up’ Found Poem **

**__The Time Capsule__**:

Your time capsule will be Blogger, a creative and online space for all of your precious time capsule items. Check out what Ms. Barker and I have already done!

http://poetry4now.blogspot.ca

__**Sharing Your Time Capsule**__:

Creating a personal capsule and labeling your items - As you create your time capsule items, you will post them on the Poetry4Now blogspot. You will write a brief explication of your poem and create two ‘labels’ for your time capsule item.

1. For every time capsule item you post, you must provide an explication that briefly explains the choices you made in your poem. The comment must be at least 5 sentences and include:
 * Explication **
 * ** Identify at least two poetic devices and their effect **
 * ** Explain your creative choices **
 * ** Explain the overall message you want to communicate **
 * ** Identify the source(s) you used **

2. First, you will ** label your item with a hashtag ** that identifies what type of poem it is; for example, #novelidea. *make sure to use the proper hashtags that are listed in the legend below. 3. Second, you will ** label your item with your school username ** so that Ms. Barker and I can identify which items belong to you; for example, my username is MYL1127.
 * Labeling **


 * Commenting **
 * You must also comment on at least 5 other posts ** . These comments must provide constructive feedback. 'I love your shirt today!' is not constructive feedback. Instead posting, 'The end rhyme of your poem gives it a steady rhythm' or 'the dark and gloomy background really fits your message' is a better idea


 * __ Apps! __**

*To download – for free! iOS and Android friendly!

**Pic Collage** Pic Collage is a fun, easy, and creative way to create collages with images of your choice. You can edit the image right on the app, pick fitting background, add stickers, and much, much more; just explore!

**Blogger** The Blogger app allows you quick and easy access to the Poetry4Now blogspot. Take a look at how you can create posts and view the blog with quick and easy steps. You will be posting with quick speed and creativity in no time; this app just makes sense! It will allow you to create poetry2go!

AudioBoo is an application for recording and sharing your voice with the world. This free version allows you to create audio up to 3 minutes in length. You can add titles, tags, geolocation info and a photo to the recording before you upload it and the app will save all that with the file. AudioBoo would be a great tool to use if you want to share your creation in an auditory way!
 * AudioBoo **

You should have a note-taking app of some kind on your device. This app will be especially useful when creating a ‘Slice of Life’ poem or just keeping track of anything that sparks your inspiration throughout the project! You should also have a camera app of some kind on you device. This app will help you collect elements for your various poems and also capture your creations so they can be posted quickly and easily!
 * Note-taking App **
 * Camera App **

**__Found Poem Legend__**:

Take one school day (or more if needed) to "collect and record" words and phrases you "see and hear" throughout the school day. Your word bank may be built using words found in typical school work (e.g. assignments, textbooks, handouts, on-line research, etc.) or words found on classroom walls, or words said by your classmates and teachers. Use the note-taking app or camera on your device to record/store your words. School appropriate language and content is expected. An option within this option is to create a ‘T-d’ Found Poem by taking pictures of logos and phrases found on people T-shirts (get it the title!?) or clothing. Remember, when taking images you must first ask permission and all images must be school appropriate. You can also use these images as part of your ‘Slice of Life’ Found Poem. This option is all about capturing the always moving and ever-changing life you live!
 * 1. ‘Slice of Life’ Found Poem #sliceoflife **


 * Blogger Alert! Check out the Poetry4Now blog for exemplars of a ‘T-d’ Found Poem using Pic Collage! **

2. **‘Sign of the Times’ Found Poem** ** #signofthetimes ** You’ll be amazed at the poetry you can find in the headlines and in the news. Find a poem in the headlines and captions of a magazine or a newspaper. Or, find a poem in a magazine or a news article. You could even look ‘up’ and see the poetry in the signs that are trying to get your attention. The more you find the better because it gives you more to work with and more room for creativity. You can mix and match your sources as well. Remember, if the magazine or newspaper DOES NOT belong to you, you need to copy out the words or take pictures. If it does belong to you, cut and paste away!


 * *Blogger Alert!* Check out the Poetry4Now blog for an exemplar of a ‘Sign of the Times’ Found Poem using Rollingstone Magazine and Pic Collage! **

3. **‘Novel Idea’ Found Poem** ** #novelidea ** Books open doors to other worlds and to possible poetry! Use an excerpt from your favourite book and find a poem within it, or use titles of different books to create unique poetry. Remember, if you’re taking pictures of books that don’t belong to you, ask permission.


 * *Blogger Alert!* Check out the Poetry4Now blog for an exemplar of a ‘Sign of the Times’ Found Poem using Rollingstone Magazine and Pic Collage! **

4. **‘Name that Tune’ Found Poem** ** #namethattune ** As we’ve already learned, music is poetry that lives in your ear buds all day long! Choose a song and find a poem within it, or use titles of different songs to create something incredible.

5. **‘Word Flick’ Found Poem** ** #wordflick ** “Hey, have you ever seen _ ?” Films are a big part of our lives so why not use the titles of the films we all know and love and create some poetry!

6. **‘Poetry Mash Up’ Found Poem** ** #poetrymashup ** Why not find inspiration in poetry that already exists. Both of the apps below contain extensive poem libraries. Or, your trusty teacher or librarian can find you books overflowing with great poetry. All you need to do is find and read 7 (minimum) different poems. As you read, glean words or phrases from these existing works. Then build your found poem! Another option is to just use the title of poems to create your poem; just as you might have done with book titles.


 * Poetry Everywhere app **
 * The Poetry Foundation app **
 * *Blogger Alert!* Check out the Poetry4Now blog for an exemplar of a ‘Poetry Mash Up’ Found Poem using Pic Collage! **



**Possible Poem Products**: **Found Poetry How-to**:
 * Spoken word audio file – use AudioBoo
 * Pic Collage
 * Cut n’ Paste and Take a Pic!
 * Word Doc and Take a Pic!
 * Create a poster/ visual component/structure that compliments your poetry and take a pic!
 * Other? See teacher.
 * Select phrases, words, or even letters/punctuation
 * Find a common thread or big idea to inspire your selections
 * Rearrange your words
 * Delete or split words
 * Read aloud as you arrange!
 * Add few of your own words and/or make little changes to the punctuation or to the words to make them work with your overall vision
 * Title your poem

**Found Poetry Guidelines**:
 * 5 lines minimum / 20 lines maximum
 * A maximum of 5 of your own words
 * At least two poetic devices included (literary or sound devices – see purple booklet)
 * The finished poem will be shared with others; therefore, content must be school appropriate and follow the AUP agreement below.

** Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for Electronic Device and Wireless Network Access ** During this project, you are being given the privilege to access your electronic device and the division’s wireless network during class-time. Enabling and encouraging this access is based upon meeting these educational goals:


 * acquire, share, evaluate and create digital information
 * achieve media and technology literacy
 * communicate with other learners while maintaining a safe and ethical online environment

If you choose to utilize your device in a way that is unrelated to the educational task you have been given, or does not adhere to our policy, your privilege to use your electronic device will be revoked. Unacceptable uses of your electronic device and the wireless network include, but are not limited to:


 * Using the network for any illegal activity, including violation of copyright or other laws. For example, plagiarism.
 * Using the network in ways which violate school policies and behavior standards. For example, viewing and/or sharing material with inappropriate language or behaviour.
 * Invading the privacy of other individuals by accessing and/or vandalizing their computerized data.
 * Using an account owned by another user with or without their permission.
 * Posting personal communications without the author's consent.

All users are also expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to:


 * Be polite in your communications to others.
 * Use appropriate language. Do notswear, use vulgarities or any other inappropriate language.
 * Do not reveal your personal address or phone numbers,or that of students or teachers.
 * Do not use your device in such a way that disrupts the productivity of others or the learning space.

I understand that when I am using the Internet/Email/educational apps, I must adhere to all policy rules and rules of etiquette regarding what is considered acceptable use of my electronic device.

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