• Analysis: Compare two or more poems to that of another author. In a paragraph tell how their writing is similar and how it is different. Which do you like best, explain your thoughts.
• Knowledge: Research Carl Sandburg. Make a timeline of 10 or more important events in his life.
• Application: Find a poem by Carl Sandburg that you like. Display it on a poster. Find (or ask others) for their opinions of his work (quotes) and display those on the poster as well.
• Comprehension: Research the life of Carl Sandburg. Write a eulogy to be read in rememberence of him, highlighting the major accomplishments of his life.
• Synthesis: Write an orignal "definition poem" about a topic of your choice.
• Evaluation: Find three poems by Carl Sandburg to share with at least 5 friends. Rank the three peoms from best to worst based on your discussions. Make a chart to share the information and write a narrative paragraph about your findings.