

Rifle by Rudy Francisco is a powerful spoken word poem that explores themes of identity and stereotypes. This engaging and comprehensive lesson includes a paired video and a comparison with Francisco’s other relatable poem, My Honest Poem.
What’s Included:
- Teaching Guide
- Pre-Reading Worksheet
- Pre-Activity Video
- Author Mini-Biography
- Rifle Analysis Questions
- My Honest Poem Analysis
- Comparison Table
- Extension Activity
- Answers
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Build confidence, spark creativity, encourage self-expression, practice analytical skills, and add fun and vibrancy to the English classroom with this engaging spoken word bundle! **What's Included: Lesson 1** Compare and contrast Prince Ea's powerful and emotive poetry and accompanying videos for Dear Future Generations: Sorry and Man vs. Earth. **Lesson 2** Students reflect on their own screen time when exploring Prince Ea's Can We Auto-Correct Humanity and Gary Turk's Look Up. **Lesson 3** Rudy Francisco's Rifle (The Heart and the Fist) and My Honest Poem beautifully blend metaphors, symbolism, and performance to convey heartfelt messages. **Lesson 4** Students are now ready to perform their own spoken word poems. Fun games will build confidence while structured worksheets prepare them for a powerful performance!
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