This assignment asks you to write your own poem, using "Birdfoot's Grampa" as a model for style and message. You need to choose one of the three provided themes:
- Love of nature
- Respect for all living things
- Taking care of the universe
Your poem will be marked based on the following criteria, aiming for an "Excellent" score (16-20 marks):
- THE WRITING PROCESS / EFFORT: Devote significant time and effort to the writing process. Ensure your poem is a good read and free of errors. This means careful drafting, revising, and proofreading.
- TITLE: Create a title that clearly relates to your poem's content and theme, and makes the reader interested in reading it.
- NEATNESS: Your final poem should be readable, clean, neat, and attractive. Avoid erasures or crossed-out words, showing that you took pride in its presentation.
- STYLE: Write with a strong sense of style. Your poem should be well-thought-out and easy for the reader to understand and appreciate.
- VOCABULARY: Use rich and descriptive vocabulary that engages and appeals to the reader, helping them visualize and connect with your poem's message.