Diese Aufsatzsammlung enthält rund 380 Reime, Verse, Raps und Gedichte als äußerst lerngünstige Textmaterialien für den Englischunterricht wie auch für den Hausgebrauch, für den Spaß an geformter Sprache ebenso wie für das Reflektieren des eigenen Lebens und Lebensumfeldes, für junge und jung gebliebene Menschen jeden Alters- und Lernstufe.
Table of Contents
I Children’s Rhymes, Raps and Poems
1. Ruptured Rhymes
2. Playing With Words
3. Tongue Twisters
4. Rope Rhymes
5. Reversed And Changeable Rhymes
6. Schreibung & Lautung
II Tiergedichte Interkulturell
III Bildgedichte
IV Schreibgedichte
1. The alphabet-RAP
2. Von der Buchstaben-Orientierung
3. Beim Umgang mit Lyrik
4. Mit dem gekonnten Vortragen von Gedichten
5. It’s rhyme-time with irregular verbs.
6. Tombstone rubbing
V Action Poetry
VI Poems as tough stuff
VII Nonsense Poetry
1. Just nonsense
2. Wordplay
3. Topical nonsense poems
4. Story-telling nonsense poems
Objectives and Themes
This collection aims to provide a rich repertoire of poetry for learners of English of all ages, utilizing verse as a motivational and didactic tool. The core focus is to foster a deeper engagement with the English language through creative and rhythmic text analysis, while simultaneously addressing life-relevant themes for young and old learners alike.
- Exploring the creative potential of English poetry for language acquisition.
- Utilizing rhymes, raps, and picture poems as pedagogical instruments.
- Addressing emotional and psychological development through "tough stuff" poetry.
- Fostering intercultural competence via global English-language sources.
- Encouraging students to engage in creative writing and performance-based activities.
Excerpt from the Book
The devil in Texas
He scattered tarantulas over the roads,
Put thorns on the cactus and horns on the toads.
He sprinkled the sands with millions of ants,
So the man who sits down must wear soles in his pants.
He lengthened the horns of the texas steer,
And added an inch to the jack rabbit’s ear;
He put mouths full of teeth in all of the lakes,
And under the rocks he put rattlesnakes.
He hung thorns and brambles on all of the trees,
He mixed up the dust with jiggers and fleas;
The rattlesnake bites you, the scorpion stings,
The mosquito delights you by buzzing his wings.
The heat in the summer’s a hundred and ten,
Too hot for the devil and too hot for men;
And all who remain in that climate soon bear
Cuts, bites, and stings, from their feet to their hair.
He quickened the buck of the bronco steed,
And poisoned the feet of the centipede;
The wild boar roams in the black chaparal;
It’s the hell of a place that we’ve got for a hell.
He planted red pepper beside ev’ry brook;
The Mexicans use them in all that they cook.
Just dine with Mexican, then you will shout,
“I’ve hell on the inside as well a the out!” (Anon.)
Summary of Chapters
I Children’s Rhymes, Raps and Poems: This chapter introduces various forms of poetic expression, focusing on the motivational power of rhymes, raps, and wordplay for classroom use.
II Tiergedichte Interkulturell: This section explores how animal-themed poetry serves as an ideal vehicle for cultural exchange and global linguistic discovery.
III Bildgedichte: This chapter examines the synergy between visual elements and poetic language, demonstrating how shape and picture poems enhance understanding.
IV Schreibgedichte: This part focuses on the creative writing potential of poetry in the lower secondary level, using lyrics as a foundation for individual composition.
V Action Poetry: This section highlights the importance of movement and performance in the classroom, bridging the gap between language and physical action.
VI Poems as tough stuff: This chapter analyzes how poetry can address the complex emotional needs and existential concerns of teenagers through creative expression.
VII Nonsense Poetry: This concluding chapter focuses on the humor, wit, and linguistic playfulness inherent in nonsense poetry, providing a diverse array of examples for learners.
Keywords
Poetry, Language Learning, English, Didactics, Creative Writing, Performance, Rap, Rhymes, Nonsense Poetry, Intercultural, Emotion, Classroom Activities, Wordplay, Linguistics, Secondary Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary goal of this publication?
The book aims to provide teachers and learners with a comprehensive set of didactic materials to make the acquisition of English poetry a fun, engaging, and highly effective learning experience.
Which key topics are covered in the collection?
The themes range from playful nonsense poetry and animal poems to complex "tough stuff" lyrics that address teen emotions and existential challenges.
What is the central research question addressed?
The work explores how authentic poetic texts can be utilized to move beyond traditional grammar instruction and tap into the emotional and creative potential of learners.
What scientific methods are utilized?
The book applies a didactic approach, incorporating multisensory learning, performance-oriented teaching, and principles of creative writing to classroom practice.
What content is covered in the main section?
The main sections cover specific poetic genres, including ruptured rhymes, animal poems, shape poetry, performance-oriented action poetry, and topical poems relevant to student experiences.
Which keywords characterize the work?
Key terms include poetry, creative writing, didactic, performance, and emotion-led language acquisition.
How are students encouraged to interact with the poems?
Students are prompted to rewrite verses, create their own cinquains, perform poems with body movements, and engage in "mind-mapping" exercises to express emotions.
What is the significance of the "performance" aspect?
Performance emphasizes that language learning is a holistic activity involving gesture, mime, rhythm, and group cooperation, which effectively engages the brain and improves retention.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Helmut Reisener (Author), 2008, Teaching Children’s Poetry, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/90400
