This term 6M have been learning about poetic devices in poems written by famous poets, including Australian and Indigenous poets.
One technique we explored are extended metaphors. Extended metaphors are metaphors that unfold over multiple lines to create meaning, imagery and mood.
After interpreting a poem from Emily Dickinson called “Hope” is the thing with feathers, students were asked to create their own extended metaphor poems. Here are some of their poems.
He is a bright star-
He shines with glory
With a contagious smile
That is tossed - in the waves
Turning into a dull star
That is lost - in space-
Confidence washed away
Glowing brightness - drowned out
But a window of light-
Clearing his vision-
He is a bright star-
He shines with glory.
Written by Nadine W and Merona A
My room is a dreamland-
with a soft fluffy throne-
with stories on every wall- and
a magical sky painted above-
and it’s all mine
Written by Xander G
Life is like a maze-
endless twists and turns-
that all lead to a different outcome-
there are so many options that can change your life-
forever-
Written by Alex A
Life is like a box of chocolates
You never know which flavour you'll get
You can get lucky or unlucky
You'll never know until you try
Written by Chloe L and Alana M