After reading examples of haiku poetry and a brief discussion on the elements of a haiku poem, students will write their own haiku poems and create an illustration to accompany their poem.
VA-055 Haiku (3-12)
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TEACHING ARTIST SESSION CATEGORIES
Literary Arts
CM-019 Command the Room – Movement tools for Public Speaking (7-12)
Help students develop dynamic, authentic presence by exploring Laban’s Effort Qualities—a system for understanding how movement expresses intention, emotion, and energy.
LA-001 The Rhythm of Self-Motivation (K-12)
Students engage in discussion on what self-love means and why it is important.
LA-002 Class Poetry Album (4-12)
The class will work together to create a class poetry album.
LA-003 Free Your Mind (4-12)
The workshop is designed to encourage students to control their thoughts, think strategically and accept themselves.
LA-004 Zydeco is Live in Louisiana (K-5)
Author Theresa Singleton will read her book, Zydeco Zoom, to students and discuss Zydeco music, musicians and important Zydeco instruments. Students will be taught the “Zoom dance” too!
LA-005 Loving My Louisiana (K-3)
Author Theresa Singleton will share two of her books with unique accompanying songs and movement: Grandfather Lee and the Bees, and Pierre’s Empty Pouch.
M-005 The Flute and Drawing (PK-8)
Students will listen to the music of the flute and use drawing to express the imagined stories and moods from the sounds heard.
CM-014 Drop the B.E.A.T (Bullying Ends After Talking) (K-6)
The overall theme is “Bullying Ends After Talking,” allowing students to express their personal experiences, concerns, and maybe even some advice for their fellow peers while they are guided and entertained along the way.
CM-018 Character in Motion: Bringing Stories to Life Through Movement (K-8)
Unlock your students’ imaginations by merging creative writing and expressive movement in this dynamic, cross-disciplinary class.