Description
What It Is:
An engaging slam poetry analysis worksheet featuring the poem “Touchscreen” by Marshall Davis Jones. This resource introduces students to modern spoken-word poetry and explores themes of technology, connection, and digital identity. The visually supported poem excerpt helps students analyze rhythm, repetition, and performance-based elements.
Why Use It:
This worksheet helps students think critically about how technology shapes communication and relationships. “Touchscreen” is highly relatable for today’s learners, making it a powerful tool for discussions about society, media, and self-awareness. It builds comprehension and poetry analysis skills while also encouraging reflection on personal digital habits.
How to Use It:
• Use as an introduction to slam poetry or spoken-word units.
• Have students annotate the poem and identify repetition, wordplay, and tone.
• Pair with a video performance to highlight vocal delivery and emotion.
• Create follow-up activities such as discussion questions, personal reflection writing, or writing their own tech-themed poems.
Grade Suitability:
Best for Grades 7–12.
• Suitable for ELA, digital citizenship lessons, or poetry analysis units.
• Works well for whole-class reading, stations, partner work, or independent study.
Target Users:
Designed for ELA teachers, poetry coaches, and homeschool educators introducing contemporary slam poetry and modern social themes to students.
An engaging slam poetry analysis worksheet featuring the poem “Touchscreen” by Marshall Davis Jones. This resource introduces students to modern spoken-word poetry and explores themes of technology, connection, and digital identity. The visually supported poem excerpt helps students analyze rhythm, repetition, and performance-based elements.
Why Use It:
This worksheet helps students think critically about how technology shapes communication and relationships. “Touchscreen” is highly relatable for today’s learners, making it a powerful tool for discussions about society, media, and self-awareness. It builds comprehension and poetry analysis skills while also encouraging reflection on personal digital habits.
How to Use It:
• Use as an introduction to slam poetry or spoken-word units.
• Have students annotate the poem and identify repetition, wordplay, and tone.
• Pair with a video performance to highlight vocal delivery and emotion.
• Create follow-up activities such as discussion questions, personal reflection writing, or writing their own tech-themed poems.
Grade Suitability:
Best for Grades 7–12.
• Suitable for ELA, digital citizenship lessons, or poetry analysis units.
• Works well for whole-class reading, stations, partner work, or independent study.
Target Users:
Designed for ELA teachers, poetry coaches, and homeschool educators introducing contemporary slam poetry and modern social themes to students.