Overview:

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Children will ignite a love of poetry through the wonders of space! With a blend of light and music, they’ll journey through the solar system while enjoying the original poem "Imagine If." Following this immersive experience, they'll collect rhyming words to create a collaborative class poem. This interactive workshop is a captivating way to inspire creativity and self-expression through poetry.

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Suitable for: KS1 children
Duration: 45 minutes

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Workshop Objectives

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• Foster Creativity: Encourage children to explore their imaginations and express their ideas through poetry.

• Develop Poetic Skills: Help students craft their own space-themed poems, focusing on structure and imagery.

• Enhance Artistic Expression: Allow children to visualize their ideas through the use of light, music, and performance.

• Use Language Features: Teach students to incorporate descriptive language, rhythm, and other literary techniques to enrich their poetry.

• Understand Rhyming: Introduce students to the concept of rhyming words and how they can enhance their poetry.

• Encourage Collaboration: Promote teamwork as students share ideas and collaborate in performances.

• Build Confidence: Provide a platform for students to perform as a group, boosting their confidence in creative expression.

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Materials Needed

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• Special writing worksheets for crafting poems

• Pens, pencils, and colors for drafting and illustrating

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National Curriculum Alignment

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• English (Writing and Spoken Language):

  • Creative Writing: Children will create imaginative poems that reflect their understanding of space.

  • Poetry Techniques: Develops skills in rhythm, imagery, and expression.

• Art:

  • Performance: Students practice performing as a group, enhancing their public speaking skills.

  • Creativity: Encourages visual and auditory representation of ideas, enriching their overall artistic expression.

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This workshop fosters creativity and collaboration by exploring poetry through the theme of space. It allows students to express their imaginative voices in fresh, exciting ways!