I.

OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to:
1. Identify and define the elements of a poem.
2. Analyze poem to identify and explain the effective use of literary devices.
3. Express personal insights and connections to literary texts through reflective
writing and creative expression.
II. SUBJECT MATTER
Topic: Elements of a Poem
Instructional Materials: PowerPoint Presentation, printed copies
References: Essential English Textbook pages 4-15
Strategies: 4 A’s Approach (Activity, Analysis, Abstraction, Application)

Teaching Hints Teacher’s Activity Students’ Activity

I. Preliminaries
Good morning everyone! Good morning,
a. Greetings Ma’am!

Good
morning
class!
Good
morning,
Ma’am!
b. Prayer
Kindly
stand for
the opening
prayer.
Denver,
kindly lead
the opening
prayer.
(Denver
will lead
the
opening
prayer.)
c. checking
of the
attendance
Do we have
any
absentees
today?
Jeschel,
kindly list
down the
names of
the
absentees
and give it
to me later.
(The class
secretary
checks the
attendance.)
d. Checking
of
Assignment
Class, did I
give you an
assignment
yesterday?
Okay,
kindly pass
your
assignment
in
front
Yes,
Ma’am.
(The
student will
pass
their
assignments
a. Greetings
b. Prayer (Eunna will lead the
Kindly opening prayer.)

stand for
the
opening
prayer.
Denver,
kindly

c. Checking of the attendance
d. Checking of Assignment
lead the
opening
prayer
Please all stand for the
opening prayer. Eunna,
kindly lead the prayer.
Do we have any absentees (The class secretary
today? Kristoff, kindly list checks the
down the names of the attendance.)
absentees and give it to me
later.
Class, did I give you an Yes, Ma’am.
assignment yesterday?

Okay, kindly pass your (The students will

assignment in front pass their
assignments
e. Motivation (The students will
Before we read the quote as
can be seen on the

proceed
PowerPoint
Presentation)

to our
discussion
for Me, ma’am!

today,
Before we proceed to our
discussion for today, let us
first read an inspiring quote
about the power of
I am inspired by
Jose Rizal’s works
because it reflects
the experiences of
 literature in self-discovery.
“Reading is a way for me to
expand my mind, open my
eyes, and fill up my heart."
- Oprah Winfrey
the Filipinos. I came
to learn a lot about
our culture and
learned to treasure
the freedom that we
have today.

Okay, can anyone share

his/her favorite literary
works and how you can
relate it to your own life?

Yes, Jade go ahead.

Very good, Jade. I hope

most of you here are fond
of reading as well.

Now, let us proceed to our

lesson.
II. LESSON PROPER Workshop: "Literary
Reflections"

A. Activity (Group)
The class will be divided
into two.

Please count off 1 -2 (The class will count

off 1-2)
Now, group yourselves
according to your number.
Each group will be provided
with literary texts:

Group 1 – The Rainy Day by

Henry Wadsworth
 Longfellow
Group 2 – A Time to Talk
by Robert Frost

You have to read the texts

and analyze the characters’
self-discovery journeys.
Also, you have to determine
the writer’s techniques and
their purpose.

You have 10 minutes to

work on your tasks and
afterwards a representative
of each group will present (Each group will do
your work. Do you their task)
understand the activity?

Okay, you may now start.

B. Analysis
The
teacher (Group 1

will representative will

present their work)

gather the “The Rainy Day" is a

poem that focuses
on introspection and

work of the speaker's inner

journey. The
speaker,

the presumably
Longfellow himself,
contemplates the
pupils and gloomy and
melancholic aspects
of life during a rainy
she will day.
(Students will clap
their hands)
check if (Group 2

each
representative will
present their work)

group "A Time to Talk” is a

poem which focuses
on the importance

got the of human

connection and
taking time for

correct friendly
conversations.

answer (Students will clap

their hands)
The teacher will lead a class
discussion on the various
self-discovery themes and
literary techniques identified
during the activity.

Let’s begin with the first

group.

Well done, group 1. You

delivered the key points
well.
 Now we shall proceed with
the second group.

Great job, group 2. You also

determined the key points
of the poem.
C. Abstraction Our topic for today is about
the elements of a poem.

Now, let us start the

discussion.
First, does anyone have an
idea what elements of a
poem are? And how are
they significant in creating
literary pieces?

Yes, Kion? I think the elements

are used by the
writers to ensure
that their ideas are
clearly conveyed.

Thank you and good job,

Kion.

The elements of a poem are

utilized by writers in order
to add personality into their
works. They also help make
emotional connection with
the target audience.
Stanza is a unit of poetry
consisting of two or more
lines arranged in a pattern
according to rhyme and
meter or rhythm.

Rhyme refers to the last

words of the line matching
each other in some form.

Can you give me an

example of rhyming words, Yes, ma’am. Tree
Ella? and free,
Past and blast
Excellent! Thank you, Ella.

Another element of a poem

is called meter. It is a
systematic arrangement of
stressed and unstressed
syllables in poetry.

Now, to understand better,

please read the poem
entitled “A Time to Talk” by
Robert Frost.

A Time to Talk
When a friend calls to me
from the road (students will read
And slows his horse to a the poem shown in
meaning walk, the PowerPoint
I don’t stand still and look Presentation)
around
On all the hills I haven’t
hoed,
And shout from where I
am, What is it?
No, not as there is a time to
talk.
I thrust my hoe in the
mellow ground,
Blade-end up and five feet
tall,
And plod: I go up to the
stone wall
For a friendly visit.

In this poem, can you tell

me how many lines are There are ten lines
there? in the poem ma’am.

Very good! How about the

stanza? There is only one
stanza in the poem
ma’am.
Great job, class!

What about the rhyme? Can

anyone identify the rhyming
words in the poem?

Yes, James?
Road-hoed, walk-
talk, around-ground
Splendid! Thank you, and wall-tall
James.

Now let us identify more

elements of a poem.

We have the theme which

is the most important idea
of a poem.

What do you think is the

theme of Frost’s poem?

Yes, Jane?
I think the theme of
the poem is the
value of human
connection and the
importance of
taking time for
meaningful
conversations with
Very good. The poem others.
emphasizes the significance
of social interactions and
the value of genuine
communication in our lives.

Next, there is a tone which

refers to the level and kind
of “emotions” expressed
which may be anger,
excitement, or sadness.

Can you tell me the tone of

the poem, Anne?
I think the tone of
the poem is soft and
Thank you, Anne. And that meditative, ma’am.
is correct. The poet's use of
simple language and
straightforward imagery
creates a peaceful and
reflective atmosphere
throughout the poem.

Now, we also have the

element called mood. This
is seen as the bigger picture
of the poet’s feelings which
is produced as the poet
chooses the words to be
included in the poem.
These are the “language
choices” of the poet.

Does anyone want to share

an idea of what the mood
of the poem is?

Yes, Kristine?

I think the mood of

That’s right! The poem's the tone is relaxed,
mood is one of serenity and ma’am.
thoughtfulness, inviting
readers to slow down and
appreciate the value of
social connections in a
world often filled with
busyness and distractions.

Along with the other

elements, writers or poets
also use figurative
language.

For now, we will only tackle

about two figurative
languages called simile
and metaphor.

Does anyone have an idea

what simile is? (silence)

None? Okay.

Simile is a figure of speech

that uses the words “like”
or “as” in order to compare
one thing with another.
Example: “My love is like a
pure and white
sampaguita.”

Unlike the simile which

obviously shows
comparison, metaphor is a
figure of speech which also
compares two things but in
an implicit manner; that is,
one thing replacing another.
Example: “My love is a pure
and white sampaguita”

Do you have any questions

so far class?
None so far, ma’am.
Great. I have here some
more examples of simile
 and metaphor. Class, kindly
determine if the example is Okay, ma’am!
simile or metaphor.

He runs as fast as lightning.

Is it simile or metaphor?
Simile!
Very good!

How about this: She is a

shining star. Is it simile or
metaphor? Metaphor!

Correct! I’m so glad you

understand the difference
between the two figures of
speech class.

Do you have questions or

clarifications regarding our
topic for today class? None, ma’am

Okay, very good.

D. Application Since you already know the
elements of a poem, kindly
get a whole sheet of paper
class. Write your name,
grade, section, and the date
for today.

Now, you have to create Okay, ma’am

your own poem. It should
be one stanza with four (The students will
lines. And you should utilize create their poem)
a rhyming scheme. The
theme would be any of your
choice. And I am
encouraging you to use at
least one figure of speech.

I will give you 15 minutes

to do it. Submit it to me
when you’re finished.
(6) Application:

Present a real-life problem related to self-discovery, such as a conflict between personal

values and societal expectations.
Instruct students to write a short story or poem that explores the theme of self-
discovery and presents possible resolutions to the problem.

(7) Assessment:

What is the objective of analyzing literature as a means of discovering the self?

Answer: The objective is to understand how literary works can provide insights into
one's own self and personal growth.

What are the different activities conducted in the lesson plan?

Answer: The activities include a workshop on literary reflections, a character collage

activity, and a literary dialogue activity.

How can literature help in self-discovery?

Answer: Literature can help in self-discovery by presenting relatable characters, their

journeys, and the conflicts they face, which can resonate with readers and provide
insights into their own lives.
What is the purpose of the "Literary Dialogue" activity?

Answer: The purpose of the "Literary Dialogue" activity is to encourage students to

think critically and creatively about the self-discovery journeys of different characters
from various literary works.

How can students apply the concept of self-discovery in real-life situations?

Answer: Students can apply the concept of self-discovery in real-life situations by

reflecting on their personal experiences, challenges, and growth, and by exploring
possible resolutions to conflicts between personal values and societal expectations.

(8) Assignment:

Homework: "Literary Reflection Essay"

Instruct students to choose a literary work that they find meaningful in terms of self-
discovery.
Ask them to write an essay discussing the character's journey of self-discovery, the
conflicts faced, and the lessons learned.
Encourage students to relate the character's experiences to their own lives and reflect
on their personal growth.

Interactive Activities:
Role Play: Students can choose a character from a literary work and create a role-play
scenario where they act out a key moment of self-discovery for that character.
Gallery Walk: Set up a gallery walk where students display their collages from the
"Character Collage" activity. Allow students to walk around and write comments or
questions on sticky notes to engage in a discussion about the different self-discovery
journeys depicted.
Literary Analysis Podcast: In small groups, students can create a podcast episode where
they discuss and analyze a literary work that explores self-discovery. They can include
excerpts from the text, personal reflections, and insights gained from their discussions.

Note: Please refer to the DepEd Philippines K to 12 Curriculum Guide for additional
resources and specific guidelines.