Blackout Poetry Lesson Plan

£2.00

Transform reluctant writers into confident poets in just one lesson, by combining creative writing and art

A poetry lesson that EVERY child can access (and actually enjoy!)

Tired of blank page anxiety? Fed up with poetry lessons that only work for your most confident writers? This blackout poetry activity is the creative activity your class has been waiting for.

Why Teachers Love This:

✓ Zero prep stress - Just photocopy any text and go
✓ 
Naturally differentiated - One activity, 30 different successful outcomes
✓ 
Reluctant writer magic - No blank pages = no anxiety
✓ 
Covers English AND Art - Double the curriculum coverage in one lesson
✓ 
Works for ALL year groups - Years 1-6 with simple adaptations
✓ 
Stunning display work - Every child creates something frame-worthy

What You Get:

📄 Complete 7-page lesson plan with:

  • Step-by-step instructions with realistic timings

  • Clear 3-stage success criteria (All/Most/Some will...)

  • Full differentiation for every ability level

  • Visual demonstration guide with real examples

  • Teacher tips from actual classroom experience

  • Extension activities and homework ideas

Perfect For:

  • ECTs needing reliable, tried-and-tested lessons

  • Experienced teachers wanting fresh creative approaches

  • Supply/cover teachers needing impressive one-off lessons

  • Anyone who believes poetry should be accessible and joyful

"Even my most reluctant writers engaged completely. No blank page pressure made all the difference." - Year 3 Teacher

CURRENTLY FREE OF CHARGE UNTIL 2ND OCT TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL POETRY DAY!

Transform reluctant writers into confident poets in just one lesson, by combining creative writing and art

A poetry lesson that EVERY child can access (and actually enjoy!)

Tired of blank page anxiety? Fed up with poetry lessons that only work for your most confident writers? This blackout poetry activity is the creative activity your class has been waiting for.

Why Teachers Love This:

✓ Zero prep stress - Just photocopy any text and go
✓ 
Naturally differentiated - One activity, 30 different successful outcomes
✓ 
Reluctant writer magic - No blank pages = no anxiety
✓ 
Covers English AND Art - Double the curriculum coverage in one lesson
✓ 
Works for ALL year groups - Years 1-6 with simple adaptations
✓ 
Stunning display work - Every child creates something frame-worthy

What You Get:

📄 Complete 7-page lesson plan with:

  • Step-by-step instructions with realistic timings

  • Clear 3-stage success criteria (All/Most/Some will...)

  • Full differentiation for every ability level

  • Visual demonstration guide with real examples

  • Teacher tips from actual classroom experience

  • Extension activities and homework ideas

Perfect For:

  • ECTs needing reliable, tried-and-tested lessons

  • Experienced teachers wanting fresh creative approaches

  • Supply/cover teachers needing impressive one-off lessons

  • Anyone who believes poetry should be accessible and joyful

"Even my most reluctant writers engaged completely. No blank page pressure made all the difference." - Year 3 Teacher

CURRENTLY FREE OF CHARGE UNTIL 2ND OCT TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL POETRY DAY!