TPCASTT

Presentation

Introduction to TPCASTT

for Poetry Analysis

Lesson Standards

TEKS ELAR 110.32 (c)(2)(B): Reading/Comprehension of Literary Text/Poetry.

TEKS ELAR 110.32 (c)(2)(C): Reading/Comprehension of Literary Text/Poetry.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: Analyze poetry using the TPCASTT method (Title, Paraphrase, Connotation, Attitude, Shift, Title Revisited, Theme). Identify and explain the elements of poetry within a given poem. Develop critical thinking skills by interpreting and discussing the deeper meanings of poetry. Apply the TPCASTT method independently to analyze a poem.

Language Objective

Students will be able to use academic language to discuss and write about poetry analysis, including terms like "paraphrase," "connotation," "attitude," "shift," and "theme."

Success Criteria

By the end of the lesson, you will have successfully:

• Demonstrated an understanding of the TPCASTT method.
• Analyzed a poem using the TPCASTT method, identifying its elements.
• Discussed and interpreted the deeper meaning and themes of a poem.
• Used academic language effectively when discussing poetry analysis.

Warm Up!

Read the poem and jot down your initial thoughts. Put your thought in the chat!

What is it?

TPCASTT is a useful strategy for analyzing poetry. It stands for Title, Paraphrase, Connotation, Attitude, Shifts, Title (again), and Theme. Let's dive into each step and learn how to effectively analyze poems.

Step One:The Title

• Look at the title and make a prediction.
• What do you think the title means?
• What can we infer about the text?

Step 2: Paraphrase

• In this step, you need to paraphrase the poem. Break down the poem into smaller sections and restate the meaning in your own words. This will help you understand the literal message of the poem before diving into deeper analysis.

Step 3: Connotation

• Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that words or phrases carry. Analyze the connotations of key words or phrases in the poem. Consider how these connotations contribute to the overall tone or mood of the poem.

Step 4-Attitude & Shifts

• In this step, you examine the speaker's attitude or perspective in the poem. Look for shifts in tone, perspective, or meaning throughout the poem. These shifts can provide important clues about the poem's deeper message or themes.

Step 5- Title (again) & Theme

• The final step of TPCASTT is to revisit the title and connect it to the overall theme of the poem. Consider how the title relates to the deeper meaning or message conveyed by the poem. Identify the central theme or themes that the poet explores.

TPCASTT Explained

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