The Poetry of Mother Goose Mother Goose    

Lesson 44: Jack Jelf

Performer: Librivox - Allyson Hester

Directions

Study the poem for one week.

Over the week:

• Look at the poem picture.
• Read or listen to the poem.
• Review the synopsis.
• Complete the enrichment activities.
• Study the review questions.

Synopsis

A boy is placed on a shelf due to his difficulties with spelling. He cannot spell 'pie.'

Enrichment

Activity 1: Recite the Title, the Poet's Name, and the Poem

• Each day this week, recite aloud the title of the poem, the name of the poet, and the poem. Instructors may need to prompt children line-by-line.

Activity 2: Narrate the Poem

• After reading or listening to the poem, narrate the poem events aloud using your own words.

Activity 3: Color the Poem   

• Click the crayon above, and complete page 48 of 'Poetry Coloring Pages for Kindergarten.'

Activity 4: Act Out the Poem

• Learn to spell the word 'pie.'
• Each time, after you recite the poem, recite the letters, 'P,' 'I,' 'E.'

Activity 5: Create Novel Artwork Based on the Poem

• One day this week, draw or paint a delicious pie. Label the picture with the word 'PIE.'
• Use paints, crayons, or pastels to create the artwork.