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This is a poem that can be used to describe any character, setting, idea or concept found in literature from language arts, social studies, science and most importantly the arts. The possibilities where you can use it with your class are endless.... It can have as many or as few stanzas as you wish. It can be used in numerous ways as well, one of them is as a short film. It is also a great way to each about the power of metaphor and simile through image and text.

Method:

1. I am (two special characteristics)
   
2. I understand (something you know is true)
   
3. I say (something you believe)
   
4. I dream (something you dream about)
   
5. I try (something you attempt)
   
6. I hope (something you hope for)
   
7. I am (the first line of the poem repeated)