Comparing ideas about transience in unseen poetry
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can compare ideas about transience in unseen poetry.
Key learning points
- The transience of life is an idea that impacts us all.
- The idea of transience is explored across literature, including many different poems.
- Arguably, both Laskey and Robertson consider ideas of transience in their poems.
- Laskey's 'Nobody' could relate to how we need to take opportunities in life when we have the chance.
- Robertson's 'Donegal' may relate to how our relationships with others are always growing and changing.
Keywords
Transience - the state or fact of lasting only for a short time
To muse - to think about something carefully and thoroughly
Temporary - lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent
Optimistic - hopeful and confident about the future
Permanent - existing perpetually; everlasting
Common misconception
That the idea of life being temporary must always be a sad notion.
The idea of life being temporary might inspire us to live life to the fullest.
Teacher tip
These are difficult concepts so it would be useful for pupils to share their ideas around transience as a whole class discussion to ensure understanding by all.
Equipment
You will need a copy of Michael Laskey’s ‘Nobody’ and Robin Robertson’s ‘Donegal’ which are available in the additional materials.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
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