CINQUAIN POEMS

Learning Objectives

WALT:

• Understand the meaning of the word classes: verbs, adjectives and nouns and ‘synonym’.

• Write your own cinquain poem linked to the theme of: Rembering

• WILF:• To be able to describe the basic structure of a

cinquain.• To be able to set out the poem in the correct and

logical order.

How to Write a Cinquain

Line 1: 1 word subject (noun - naming word)

• Line 2: 2 adjectives (describing words)

• Line 3: 3 words that express action (verb)

• Line 4: 1 phrase about the subject

• Line 5: 1 synonym for the subject

• Also add a suitable title

Synonym

A word or phrase that means the same as another word or phrase in the same language

For example: shut is a synonym of close

SynonymsThink of at least four synonyms for the following

words.

Planning

A one-word subject, a noun ? ToysTwo adjectives ? Cosy, soft, Three verbs ? Hold, grip, cuddle,

A phrase about the subject ? My childhood friendsA synonym for your title ? Playthings

Add a title that links to the subject ? Playmates

Think carefully about your word choices and improve as your plan develops.

Friends

ToysVelvety, soft

Cosset, cuddle, clinchEased my nightmares

Playmates

Yummy!

Dessert Cold, creamy. Slurp, giggle, dribble. Cone with three scoops. Ice cream.

Memorable Day

What a Day!

Party. Happy, cheerful.

Singing, eating, dancing. My fourteenth birthday.

Bash!

Memories of Scotland

A one-word title, a noun ? Two adjectives ? Three verbs ?

A phrase about the sentence ? A synonym for your title ?

Add a title that links to the subject ?

Think about places, traditions food, activities, weather , people etc.