Exploring Memories Through Poetry
Dive into the world of memory poems with examples from famous songs and student creations. Discover how sensory language and sound devices bring memories to life as students reflect on special moments through heartfelt verses. Explore different moods and emotions captured in these poems, from playful hide-and-seek adventures to poignant moments with loved ones. Uncover the power of memory in shaping our experiences and emotions through the art of poetry.
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Writing your own Memory Poem Mrs. McCoy 7thGrade Reading
A Memory Poem is exactly what it sounds like! A poem about a memory. Not just any memory! This memory should be special to you and stick out in your mind. Many famous country and R&B singers have made their memory poems famous! Can you think of any?
Examples in Songs Check Yes or No- George Strait In Color- Jamey Johnson House that Built Me- Miranda Lambert 100 Years- Five for Fighting Over You- Miranda Lambert Laughed Until We Cried- Jason Aldean Tattoos on this Town- Jason Aldean
Student Examples Tag! is a poem about a fun memory. This student remembers the sensory feelings he had when playing hide and seek tag and the BIG mistake he made! Sometimes, for effect, you can write memory poems in the present tense. This allows you to focus on the conventions of that specific moment. Identify the sound devices and sensory language this student uses. Tag! Heart pounding, eyes wandering I descend the staircase In a split second Shoes shuffling through the grime I turn and sprint up the stairs Whatever awaits me isn t making Sally yells at me from behind a sound She ll never tag me As I draw closer, As soon as I burst through the door at the top My heart starts racing The darkness surrounds me I run to the safest hiding place- My ears begin to pop The UPS truck The stairs start to creak Ha! She ll never find me here! I can feel the moisture in the air While giggling to myself, The walls are closing in I don t notice the truck crank up The door nears When I finally feel it moving beneath me All of a sudden it swings open I realize what big trouble I am in.
Student Examples Amanda How is the mood of this poem different from Tag! ? Some memories are more emotional than others. This can be difficult for the author, but often these poems are the most productive for both the growth of the writer and the reader. I remember she was on the stool I remember something was funny I remember we were in the kitchen And it was dark not sunny I remember something made her laugh I remember the joy on her face I remember she leaned back in her chair And almost fell out of place I remember the call a couple of days later I remember starting to cry I remember thinking to myself I just don t understand why The smile of an angel The warmth of that laugh The center of attention The beauty in the path A best friend, a neighbor Someone beloved by all Just another wilting rose Who couldn t help but fall
Student Examples Cinnamon Rolls with Grandma How is the mood of this poem still special but different than the mood of Amanda ? What sound devices are used by this student? How does that contribute to the mood? Mix it up, mix it up Yeast, milk, and flour Stir it up, stir it up Use a lil arm power Dental floss? I ask. Yes, to cut them into rolls. This is weird, I say. A smile for all my toils. Roll it flat, roll it flat Smooth like a pancake Roll it flat, roll it flat Gotta get ready to bake On the pan, on the pan Wait for them to grow. On the pan, on the pan In the oven, they will go. A little sugar A little cinnamon Lots and lots of butter Together, together We sit and eat joyfully Together, together My grandma and me Now put your little hands next to mine; We ll roll them together. Not too slow, not too fast Let s do this together.
Directions for your Memory Poem: 1. Pick a favorite memory or a moment in your life that is meaningful to you. Brainstorm about this memory by making a list or web diagram of everything you remember. 2. This memory can be something that you experienced, or it can be about a person who is/was close to you. 3. Draft a sloppy copy. Make sure to show emotion in your poem. Show your reader why this memory is important to you. 4. Remember to use your POETRY TOOLS! You must use at least 1 type of figurative language and 1 sound device. 5. Try to answer these questions in your poem: - What is your memory about? - Who was there? - Where were you? - What did you see? - Are there sounds, smells, and tastes in your memory? (Think of the 5 senses.) 6. Peer Review your sloppy copy. 7. Create a final, published copy with a title and your name.
