Spanish Poetry & Prose
Poetry and prose workshops in Spanish foster creative writing and literary appreciation.
Description : In a creative literature course, students explore Spanish poetry and prose through reading, analysis, and original composition. The course emphasizes expressive language use and literary devices.
Category : ForeignLanguages
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Spanish Literature
Section 1: Overview and Appreciation
- Lesson 1: What is Spanish Literature?
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Spanish Literature?
- Lesson 2: Key Periods in Spanish Literature
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Key Periods in Spanish Literature?
Section 2: Early Spanish Poetry
- Lesson 1: Traditional Poetic Forms
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Traditional Poetic Forms
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Verse Patterns
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Introduction to Verse Patterns
Section 3: Early Spanish Prose
- Lesson 1: Narrative and Storytelling
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Narrative and Storytelling
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Prose Structure
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Recognizing Prose Structure
Section 4: Language and Expression
- Lesson 1: Basic Spanish Vocabulary for Literature
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basic Spanish Vocabulary for Literature
- Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions in Words
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions in Words
Section 5: Reading and Comprehension
- Lesson 1: Active Reading Strategies
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Active Reading Strategies
- Lesson 2: Identifying Themes and Motifs
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Identifying Themes and Motifs
Module 2: Basics of Poetry & Prose
Section 1: Elements of Poetry
- Lesson 1: Understanding Rhyme and Rhythm
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding Rhyme and Rhythm
- Lesson 2: Exploring Meter in Poetry
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Exploring Meter in Poetry
Section 2: Elements of Prose
- Lesson 1: Building Blocks: Sentences and Paragraphs
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Building Blocks: Sentences and Paragraphs
- Lesson 2: Narrative Techniques in Prose
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Narrative Techniques in Prose
Section 3: Comparing Poetry and Prose
- Lesson 1: Similarities and Differences
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Similarities and Differences
- Lesson 2: The Role of Imagery
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: The Role of Imagery
Section 4: Reading Spanish Poems
- Lesson 1: Analyzing a Simple Spanish Poem
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Analyzing a Simple Spanish Poem
- Lesson 2: Discussion of Poetic Imagery
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Discussion of Poetic Imagery
Section 5: Reading Spanish Prose
- Lesson 1: Analysis of a Short Story
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Analysis of a Short Story
- Lesson 2: Exploring Character and Setting
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Exploring Character and Setting
Module 3: Literary Devices & Structure
Section 1: Introduction to Literary Devices
- Lesson 1: Metaphors and Similes
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Metaphors and Similes
- Lesson 2: Personification in Spanish Literature
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Personification in Spanish Literature
Section 2: Symbolism in Poetry
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Symbols in Texts
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Recognizing Symbols in Texts
- Lesson 2: Analyzing Symbolic Language
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Analyzing Symbolic Language
Section 3: Imagery in Prose
- Lesson 1: The Power of Descriptive Language
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: The Power of Descriptive Language
- Lesson 2: Creating Visual Images
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating Visual Images
Section 4: Theme and Tone
- Lesson 1: Identifying Themes in Texts
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identifying Themes in Texts
- Lesson 2: Understanding Tone and Mood
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Understanding Tone and Mood
Section 5: Structure in Literature
- Lesson 1: Organization in Poetry
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Organization in Poetry
- Lesson 2: Narrative Structure in Prose
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Narrative Structure in Prose
Module 4: Creative Composition and Analysis
Section 1: Fundamentals of Creative Writing
- Lesson 1: Getting Started with Original Composition
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Getting Started with Original Composition
- Lesson 2: Brainstorming Ideas in Spanish
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Brainstorming Ideas in Spanish
Section 2: Poetic Composition
- Lesson 1: Writing Your Own Poem
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Writing Your Own Poem
- Lesson 2: Incorporating Literary Devices
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Incorporating Literary Devices
Section 3: Prose Writing
- Lesson 1: Crafting a Short Story
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Crafting a Short Story
- Lesson 2: Developing Characters and Plot
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Developing Characters and Plot
Section 4: Editing and Rewriting
- Lesson 1: Reviewing Your Work
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Reviewing Your Work
- Lesson 2: Peer Feedback and Revisions
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Peer Feedback and Revisions
Section 5: Analysis and Reflection
- Lesson 1: Reflecting on Your Writing Process
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Reflecting on Your Writing Process
- Lesson 2: Sharing and Discussing Your Work
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing and Discussing Your Work
Module 5: Cultural Context and Interpretation
Section 1: Historical Context
- Lesson 1: Influences of Spanish History on Literature
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Influences of Spanish History on Literature
- Lesson 2: Traditional Themes in Spanish Arts
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Traditional Themes in Spanish Arts
Section 2: Regional Differences
- Lesson 1: Literature from Different Regions of Spain
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Literature from Different Regions of Spain
- Lesson 2: Understanding Dialects and Expressions
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understanding Dialects and Expressions
Section 3: Literary Movements
- Lesson 1: Key Literary Movements in Spain
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Key Literary Movements in Spain
- Lesson 2: Effects on Poetry and Prose
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Effects on Poetry and Prose
Section 4: Modern Adaptations
- Lesson 1: Contemporary Spanish Poems
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Contemporary Spanish Poems
- Lesson 2: Modern Prose: Trends and Styles
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Modern Prose: Trends and Styles
Section 5: Global Influence
- Lesson 1: Spanish Literature in the World
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Spanish Literature in the World
- Lesson 2: Cross-Cultural Reflections
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Cross-Cultural Reflections