In my Language Arts classes we are learning about acrostic poems so I thought it would be interesting to write one about Clara Barton. First, what is an acrostic poem? An acrostic poem is where the first letter or word of each line in the text spells out a certain message.
So here is my Clara Barton acrostic poem:
Caring for her brother
Loved riding her horse
Angel of the Battlefield
Recorded names of dead soldiers at Andersonville Prison
American Red Cross Founder
Born in 1821 in New Oxford, Massachusetts
American Red Cross also helps in times of disaster
Recognized for giving speeches about her war time experiences
Teacher from 1839 till 1854
Organized a missing soldiers support group
Nurse at the Battle of Antietam
So you see, it is easy to learn about different things during the Civil War besides in just history class. You can read more Civil War poetry at: The Civil War Poetry Page
Posted under Famous People, Lesson Ideas
This post was written by Sarah on November 6, 2008
Sarah,
It was a delight to meet you today. You must keep writing and blogging. You have a true talent! Love your acrostic poem!
Mrs. Abernethy of the Global Gorillas
Ms. Sarah,
I really enjoyed your acrostic poem. I didn’t know those things about Clara Barton! You are very smart! I would love to see some more poems.
Nancy Mumphrey
Sarah,
What a wonderful job you did with your dad at the TRETC conference in Pittsburgh last week! Thank you for sharing your acrostic poem on Clara Barton ~ you have a true talent!
I loved your poem Sarah. I especially liked how you used meaningful phrases for your acrostic instead of single words. Have you ever tried to write an acrostic in rhyme?
You have a natural ease and flow in your writing, and the poem was a perfect way to organize new information about Clara Barton for your readers! Your research obviously was thorough, giving you enough information to pick the most interesting facts for your poem. It was fascinating! Thanks for teaching me about Clara Barton!
Your post was wonderful. I love acrostic poems and Clara Barton.
When I was in middle school, I read a biography of her, and I was very impressed with her stick-to-it attitude.
You write well, and I can tell that you enjoyed your topic and assignment. That is what real learning is all about. I look forward to reading more of your work.