Today’s Walking Classroom podcast talks about Emily Dickinson, a famous American poet. Dickinson was lonely her whole life. Her poetry helped her escape from the sadness and pain she experienced. In her twenties, Dickinson stopped going outside, focusing primarily on caring for her mother and writing poetry. Dickinson’s poem “I’m Nobody” reflects her views on fame and public exposure. She preferred to stay hidden and unnoticed in the safety of her home.
Character Value: Individuality
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Common Core
L–Language | SL–Speaking and Listening | RI–Reading: Informational | RL–Reading: Literature | W–Writing | RH–6-8 Literacy in History/Social Studies | RST–6-8 Literacy in Science & Technical Subjects Elementary School:RL.3.1, RL.3.4, RL.3.5, L.3.5, SL.3.1, SL.3.4
RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.4.4, RL.4.5, L.4.5, SL.4.1, SL.4.4
RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.5.4, RL.5.5, L.5.5, SL.5.1, SL.5.4
Middle School:
RL.6.1, RL.6.2, RL.6.4, RL.6.5, L.6.5, SL.6.1, SL.6.4
RL.7.1, RL.7.2, RL.7.4, RL.7.5, L.7.5, SL.7.1, SL.7.4
RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.8.4, RL.8.5, L.8.5, SL.8.1, SL.8.4
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Quiz: (Make sure you're already logged into your Gmail account, then click to copy this Google form to your Google Drive. Quiz keys are here.)
Emily Dickinson Google Quiz
Slide Deck:
Emily Dickinson Slide Deck
Explore Emily Dickinson’s home in this 360-degree virtual tour from the Emily Dickinson Museum.
est knowledge of the poem “I’m Nobody” with this multiple choice quiz.
Create a foldable presentation of Emily Dickinson and her poetry in this group project.
Demonstrate knowledge of Emily Dickinson by finding the hidden words.
Debate the advantages and disadvantages of being a “Nobody” vs. being a “Somebody” in this teacher-created activity.
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