Title: Parody Poem Assignment
Course: BC - English 7 - 2.0.0.0 > Section: Unit 5: Multi-Genre Literature

For this assignment, you will write a parody of the children’s classic poem “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star.” For inspiration, read the parody of this poem by the author of Alice in Wonderland, Lewis Caroll. He wrote “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Bat.”

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bat by Lewis Carroll (1865)
Twinkle, twinkle, little bat!
How I wonder what you're at!
Up above the world you fly,
Like a tea tray in the sky.
Twinkle, twinkle, little bat!
How I wonder what you're at!

While you write, have fun exploring the power of language and poetry without having to worry about getting it “right”, you just need to get it “written”.

Instructions:

- Write at least six lines.
  - The first two and last two can repeat.
- Pick a topic or theme to replace “star.”
  - It can be related to a subject of your choice, such as school, sports, animals, technology, or any other topic that interests you.
- Keep the same structure, same number of stanzas and rhyme scheme of the original (AA-BB).
- Maintain a similar syllable count per line as the original poem.
- Be funny and creative in your parody, but also be sure your poem is appropriate and respectful.
- Add sensory details to appeal to the reader’s senses (sight, touch, sound, taste, and smell).

Review the rubric below, so you will know how you will be assessed on this assignment.

Parody Poem Rubric

 | Insufficient Evidence | Emerging | Developing | Proficient | Extending
 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
Language | There is too little content to adequately assess my proficiency. I need to resubmit this assignment. | The language I use in my poem shows I am learning how to use specific words and to create a response in the reader. I may need help with details, length and precise word choice. | The language I use in my poem is playful, with some sensory details. Thoughtful word choice is evident. | The language I use in my poem is creative, with use of sensory details, and thoughtful word choice to make a fun piece. | The language I use in my poem is playful, with creative and effective use of sensory details, and deliberate word choice to convey an entertaining and engaging piece.