Tom and Peg
Introduction to the Lesson:
Most readers don't differentiate approaches to reading when they change genres or texts. How would you read a science textbook differently than a poem? (discuss)
The reading of a science text requires analysis of factual data, but poetry requires an analysis of meaning. To effectively read anything requires an understanding of the context, the audience, the author's biases, and your own personal limitations of understanding.
Before you read the following poem, briefly research the background of the author. Why might he have chosen to write about this topic?
Are there any aspects or terms in the poem that you don't understand?
What do you think the author means? Find a line or two within the poem that you think is relevant to the title.
Take some notes. Pick four lines of the poem and write your thoughts about the imagery, metaphors, or poetic techniques.
How would you read this differently if it was a science lesson about snow?
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