“I Am From”Poem

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I am from tangerine orange walls and shelves full of

rummage sale treasures.

From a warm dance studio and ice cream sleepovers.

I am from a family who is always there at home, on stage,

and after school.

and from being kind doesn’t cost a thing.

I am from the sandy beaches of the Florida coast.

Whose feeling of waves stay with you long after you leave.

I am from homework and dinner in the car on the way to

dance class.

And Tchaikovsky's music in my head all year long.

I am from Steve and Kathy.

and from meatloaf or chicken and rice for birthday

meals.

I am from those moments when the night sky is pitch black

and you see your first shooting star.

‘I Am From’ Poem

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I am from________________________________________________________________

A specific item in your home/room

from______________________________________________________________________

Two objects or places that have been important to you growing up . Ex: a stuffed animal or the skate park

I am from________________________________________________________________

A word of phrase that describes your immediate family

and from_________________________________________________________________

Name a family saying, trait, tendency, something your family is known for or always does Ex: Does Grandma always say “Eat your vegetables?” Does Dad always tell you to “Finish your homework?”

I am from________________________________________________________________

Name a plant, tree, or natural item that is significant to you . Ex: favorite flower or a tree you love to climb.

whose_____________________________________________________________________

Describe why that item is significant.

I am from________________________________________________________________

Your favorite hobby or something you like to do after school

and_______________________________________________________________________

List your favorite type of music or a favorite song

I am from___________________________and_________________________________

A family member’s name Another family member’s name

and from_________________________________________________________________

Name two foods or dishes that make you think of family gatherings. Ex: Your Aunt’s famous mac n cheese.

I am from those moments when _________________________________________

Think of the feeling when you are completely happy and at peace

‘I Am From’ PoemWritten By: _________ Date: _________

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I am from those moments when _________________________________________

‘I Am From’ PoemWritten By: _________ Date: _________

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‘I Am From’ PoemWritten By: _________ Date: ____

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Category 5 4 3 2Overall Impact &

Originality

This category is worth double the points

(i.e. a score of 4 = 8)

Poem is creative and original. It is evident that the poet put thought into their words and enables

the reader to see, hear, fell or think about the subject

in a new way.

Poem is thoughtful and creative. The poem

enables the reader to see, hear, feel, or think about

the subject.

Most of the poem is creative, but appears to be rushed. Poem uses clichés

or other predictable choices

Poem appears to be thoughtless or rushed. The poem does not enable the reader to see, hear, feel or

think about the subject.

Creativity/Overall Neatness

Very creative writing. Best handwriting is used and is

easy to read.

Involves some creativity. Good handwriting for the

most part

Involves very little creativity. Not as neatly

written as could be

Lacks original thought and /or creativity. Handwriting

is sloppy

Spelling and Grammar

No errors in spelling or grammar. Punctuation is utilized correctly when

necessary

No more than 1 spelling or grammar error. No more

than 2 punctuation errors.

Two spelling or grammar errors. Several punctuation

errors.

More than two spelling or grammar errors. Many

punctuation errors.

Total Score: _____/20 = _______ %

Student Name: ___________________________

“I Am From” Poem - Grading Rubric

Comments: ________________________________________________________________________________

Category 5 4 3 2Overall Impact &

Originality

This category is worth double the points

(i.e. a score of 4 = 8)

Poem is creative and original. It is evident that the poet put thought into their words and enables

the reader to see, hear, fell or think about the subject

in a new way.

Poem is thoughtful and creative. The poem

enables the reader to see, hear, feel, or think about

the subject.

Most of the poem is creative, but appears to be rushed. Poem uses clichés

or other predictable choices

Poem appears to be thoughtless or rushed. The poem does not enable the reader to see, hear, feel or

think about the subject.

Creativity/Overall Neatness

Very creative writing. Best handwriting is used and is

easy to read.

Involves some creativity. Good handwriting for the

most part

Involves very little creativity. Not as neatly

written as could be

Lacks original thought and /or creativity. Handwriting

is sloppy

Spelling and Grammar

No errors in spelling or grammar. Punctuation is utilized correctly when

necessary

No more than 1 spelling or grammar error. No more

than 2 punctuation errors.

Two spelling or grammar errors. Several punctuation

errors.

More than two spelling or grammar errors. Many

punctuation errors.

Total Score: _____/20 = _______ %

Student Name: ___________________________

“I Am From” Poem - Grading Rubric

Comments: ________________________________________________________________________________

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