A Detailed Lesson Plan in

MAJ 12: SURVEY OF ENGLISH AND AMERICAN LITERATURE

By:Lagare, Roesa Janisse P.
I. Objectives
At the end of the lesson, the students should be able to:
a. Evaluate the relevance and importance of "Ode to the West Wind" in the
context of the Romantic Period and its impact on changing people's
thoughts and feelings.
b. Develop empathy for the emotions conveyed in Romantic poetry, through
sharing their own experiences and feelings related to nature
c. Practice their expressive skills in crafting verses that convey their
emotions and experiences
II. Subject matter
Topic: The Romantic Period and The Poem Ode to the West Wind
Reference:
 Shelley, P.B. Ode to the West Wind. 1820. Retrieved from
https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45134/ode-to-the-west-wind
 Scribd." (n.d.). English Major: English and American Literature. Retrieved
from https://www.scribd.com/document/448325111/ENGLISH-MAJOR-
English-and-American-Literature
 Zsuzsanna, U. The School of Life (2015, September 29). Title of video:
How to Read a Poem: “Ode to the West Wind”. Retrieved from
https://youtu.be/F1GcKVkffzs?si=bdEvVfuyFBTpgCUQ
 Allegretti, C. (2023, 09, 15). The Romantic Period. Retrievedfrom
https://www.easternct.edu/speichera/understanding-literary-history-all/the-
romantic-period.html
 Romantic Poet. (Year, Month Day). Examples of Romantic Poetry.
Retrieved from htpps://www.yahoo.com
 YouTube. (2019, 06, 27). Row, Row, Row Your Boat-Karaoke. Zoom
Karaoke. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/tkivDao-Ip0?feature=shared
 YouTube. (2014, 10, 22). KaraFun Karaoke. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.
Retrieved from https://youtu.be/mi1j0JwJEAc?si=HYuXDHg_4inIrvK3

Materials
 Speaker
 PPT and Television
 Bottle
 Visual Aids
III. Procedure
Teacher’s Activity Students’ Activity
A. Preliminary Activities
1. GREETINGS/PRAYER

Good Morning Class. Good morning Ma’am.

Let’s pray first, In the name of the Father the
Son and the Holy Spirit Amen.
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be
thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be
done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this
day our daily bread; and forgive us our sins as
we forgive those who sins against us, and lead
us not into temptation, but deliver us from
evil. Amen.
All right, before you take your seats class,
please pick up some trashes under your table
or in the top of your table and arrange your
chairs properly.
Are you done class? Yes Ma’am.

Okay, thank you class. Please be seated.

Good morning again class! Good Morning Ma’am.

How are you so far today? We’re fine Ma’am.

That’s good to hear. It’s very obvious to your
aura today that your morning is good. Since
we are all fine, let’s check your attendance
first.

2. CHECKING OF ATTENDANCE

Class Monitor, please write down the list of

the absent for today and pass it to me after my
class. Is that okay? Yes Ma’am.

All right, thank you so much.

3. SETTING OF CLASSROOM
STANDARDS

Before anything else, let’s have an agreement

first. Is that okay? Yes Ma’am.

Okay, I have here a set of classroom rules.

Everybody kindly read rule number 1. Maintain Order
So class, I want you all to keep your
belongings organized and keep our classroom
neat as always. Am I understood? Yes Ma’am.

Very good! Now let us proceed to rule

number 2. Everybody read. Listen Carefully
Alright! I want you all to listen attentively
when I am speaking here in front or your
classmate is speaking. Is that clear? Yes Ma’am.

Now we will proceed to rule number 3, which

is? Respect Everyone

So, as always class, we have to treat other’s

kindly and respectfully, not just here inside
my class, but in a whole aspect. Did you get
me? Yes Ma’am.

Now we will proceed to rule number 4, which

is? Everybody read. Minimize Talking
Of course class, you have to avoid
unnecessary conversations with your
seatmates, so that you will not disturb them.
Am I clear? Yes Ma’am.

Good! Now, last but not the least rule.

Everybody read. Enjoy Learning
Of course, in order for you to learn so much,
you have to find joy in learning and be open
to new ideas. Clear? Yes Ma’am.
Alright! Are my rules clear to all of you
class? Yes Ma’am.

Very good! I hope that you you will follow

and apply them to yourselves.

B. Motivation

Now, before moving forward, let’s have a

warm up song first! Is that okay? Yes Ma’am.

Alright! Are you familiar with the song,

“TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STAR”?
Okay, that’s good to hear. The tune of this
song is like the tune of twinkle twinkle.
Everybody stand and sing along as the
monitor starts to play. Everybody should sing
and participate.

(The student’s starts singing)
Alright! Thank you class! Please be seated.
How did you find the warm-up singing class?
Did it boost your energy now?
"Let's journey back in time, where stories are
yet untold, In a world of wonders, where
mysteries unfold, With hearts full of curiosity,
we'll take a flight, Today, we'll explore with
all our might!"
Yes Ma’am.

That’s good to hear. In that case, let’s have an

activity that will surely activate your minds.

Since you have a lot of energy today, are you

ready for an activity? Yes Ma’am, we are ready.
On a scale of 1 to 10, how ready are you? 10 percent Ma’am.

Wow, fantastic! So this activity is called?

(Flash in the monitor) “Nature’s Feeling Reflection”

From the word reflection, are you familiar

with it?
Alright! To make it clear. Please read the
mechanics first.
(Mechanics flash in the monitor)
Alright! Did you understand the mechanics
class?
So, here’s my first question.
Yes Ma’am
Not so Ma’am.
 I'll be asking some questions about
nature and feelings. Your job is to
listen carefully and engage with the
topic. \
 At any moment, I might call on one of
you to share your reflections. So, be
prepared!
 When you share, keep it brief but
meaningful. Share your thoughts and
feelings about the topic.
 Here's the fun part! Each of you who
participates and shares will earn
additional points for class
participation. I'll record these in my
class record.
Yes Ma’am.

1. Can you recall a time when you saw

something beautiful in the outdoors?
I remember hiking in the mountains, and the
view from the top was incredible!

Wow, that was an amazing memories! Thank

you. Another volunteer please.
I once watched a glorious sunrise by the
ocean. It was magical!
All of your experiences class, are quite
fantastic! Now let’s proceed to question
number 2.

2. Have you ever felt amazed by something in

nature?
I felt amazed when I watched a shooting star
on a clear night.

Yes, I felt amazed when I saw a double

rainbow after the rain.

I was amazed when I visited a waterfall, and

the sound and sight of it were breathtaking.

Thank you everyone, for sharing your

amazing experiences with nature. It’s
wonderful to hear how nature has touched
your lives and filled you with wonder. It
reminds us of the incredible beauty and
magic that surrounds us every day.
Now, let us move to the last question.
Yes, I love peaceful moments in natural
3. Do you enjoy peaceful moments in natural settings, especially when I sit by the river and
settings? hear the gentle flow of water.

I once went camping with my family, and we

had a bonfire under the star sky. It was so
peaceful and beautiful.

That sounds absolutely fantastic! Nature has

this incredible way of calming our minds and
soothing our souls. Your experiences class
reminds us of the importance of finding
tranquility in the midst of our busy lives. It's
inspiring to hear how nature offers us
moments of peace and reflection.

Thank you so much for your cooperation

class. You are all appreciated and loved.

C. Unlocking Difficulties
1. Enchanter - Someone who does magic or
casts spells.
2. Hectic - Very busy or frenzied.
3. Clarion - A loud, clear trumpet-like sound.
4. Maenad - A woman who acts wildly or
impulsively.
5. Sepulchre - A tomb or burial place.
6. Pumice - A lightweight, porous volcanic
rock.
7. Tameless - Unable to be tamed or
controlled.
8. Pestilence-stricken - Afflicted by a deadly
disease.
9. Aëry - Related to the air or atmosphere.
10. Cleave - To split or separate with force.
11. Oozy - Having a slimy or muddy texture.
12. Incantation - A series of words chanted
like a spell.
13. aristocratic- refers to a social class of
people who are considered the highest or most
privileged in society.

D. Presentation

Now, the activity that we did has something

to do with our topic for today. Today, we're
going on a journey back in time to explore the
enchanting world of the Romantic Period in
Yes Ma’am.
literature. Are you ready for an adventure?

Alright, so with our activity what do you

I guess Ma’am, it’s about the importance of
think our topic for today might be?
nature and peace.

I think Ma’am, our topic for today is all about

Yes, it might be. What else?
literature.

Yes, all your answers are correct.

Our topic today is all about Romantic Period
and the poem Ode to the West Wind. But
OBJECTIVES:
before that please read our objectives first.
At the end of the lesson, the students will:
a. List the key characteristics of the
Romantic Period in literature and it’s
relevance.
b. Appreciate the emotional and imaginative
aspects of Romantic poetry through “Spin
the Bottle Challenge” activity.
c. Analyze and discuss "Ode to the West
Wind" by Percy Bysshe Shelley,
connecting it to the Romantic Period.

D. Discussion

Alright! Can anyone tell me what romantic

Is it like when people write love letters?
means?

Great guess! 'Romantic' can mean that, but

during this period, it meant something a bit
different.

(Teacher explain further)

(The students are actively listening.)
Can anyone think of a time when they wrote a
poem or a note to someone?
I wrote a poem for my mom's birthday!
That's wonderful! You're already a bit of a
Romantic poet. Now, let's learn about some
famous poets from this time.

Now, let’s tackle what Romantic Period really

is. Who wants to read?
The Romantic Period spanned from
approximately 1798 to 1837, influenced by
the political and economic context of the
 time, including the French Revolution and
social change.
So class, we’re taking a journey back in time
to the Romantic Period, which stretched from
1798 to 1830. It’s like going back in time to
when people really liked to express their
feelings. It’s kind of like when you write a
special note to your friend or draw a picture
that makes you happy. Is that clear? Yes Ma’am.
Very good! Now let us proceed! Everybody
read. Romanticism celebrates individual thoughts,
imagination, and deep emotions, with a focus
on untamed nature's greatness and impressive
qualities, primarily conveyed through poetry.
Alright, now let's talk about something called
'individualism.' It's a big word, but it's all
about being yourself. Can anyone tell me
what it's like to be themselves? I like to wear colorful clothes because they
make me happy.
Exactly! Being yourself is a lot like that.
During the Romantic Period, people also liked
to celebrate nature and big emotions. Can
anyone think of a time when they felt really
amazed by something? I saw a beautiful sunset at the beach once.

That's fantastic! So, just like you shared your

feelings about the sunset, Romantic poets
shared their feelings through poetry. Now,
let's meet some of these poets and an example
of their romantic work. First, we have
William Blake. Please everybody read. WILLIAM BLAKE
- a prominent Romantic poet and
artist, blended his unique poetry with
illustrations, exploring themes of freedom,
universal love, and the power of the
individual imagination.
Alright! Say hello to William Blake! He was
not just a poet but also an artist. He liked to
draw pictures to go with his poems.
Can anyone think of a time when you drew
something and told a story with it? I drew a picture of a dragon and made up a
story about it!

Wow! That’s creative.

(The teacher explain furthers about William
Blake)
Am I too fast class? No Ma’am, it’s okay.
That’s good to hear. Did you understand of
what I’m saying? Yes Ma’am.

Very good! Now let us proceed to

Wordsworth and Coleridge. Who wants to
read?
WORDSWORTH AND COLERIDGE
-through "Lyrical Ballads," marked
the start of English Romanticism, celebrating
everyday life, nature's beauty, and the
emotional and imaginative aspects of
existence.
Now, we have Wordsworth and Coleridge.
They were like best friends who wrote poems
together. Can anyone think of a time when
they had fun with a friend? I played tag with my friend at the park.
That sounds like a great time! Wordsworth
and Coleridge wrote about fun moments like
that too.

(The teacher explains further)

Now, we will have Keaths and Shelley. This

row, please read.
KEATHS AND SHELLEY
- John Keats, with "negative
capability" in his poetry, and Percy Bysshe
Shelley, portraying wild nature's spectacular
aspects, significantly contributed to the
Romantic movement.
Alright! Meet Keats and Shelley, our poetry
partners. Keats thought happiness comes from
beautiful art and nature.
Can anyone think of something beautiful in
nature that makes them happy?" I love when the flowers bloom in spring!

(The teacher explains further)

Finally, we have Lord Byron! Please
everybody read from this row.
LORD BYRON
- Lord Byron, a vocal critic of societal
flaws, explored themes of love, beauty, and
despair, leaving a lasting impact on Romantic
literature with his complex characters and
Alright! Lord Byron class, is a poet who turbulent themes.
wasn't afraid to speak his mind. Can anyone
think of a time when they stood up for
something they believed in?
I told my friends to stop teasing someone
because it wasn't nice.
That’s fantastic!
(The teacher explains further about Lord
Byron)
Yes Ma’am.
Do you now understand why Romanticism
isn’t always what we commonly think?

Great job! the Romantic Period in literature is

indeed not just about love and romance in the
traditional sense. Instead, it's a rich and
diverse movement that emphasizes
individualism, nature, emotions, and
imagination.

Now, let's dive into a beautiful poem from the

Romantic Period called 'Ode to the West
Wind' by Percy Bysshe Shelley. Poetry is like
a window into the emotions and thoughts of
the past, and this poem is a perfect example of
that.
Let's all take a moment to read the poem
silently as I play the video here in the monitor
for you to be able to adopt effectively the
emotion of the poem. Afterward, we'll talk
about why it's so important and how it
connects to the Romantic Period.
Are you okay with that? Yes Ma’am.

Now that we've read the poem, let's discuss

why 'Ode to the West Wind' is so relevant to
the Romantic Period. Remember, the
Romantic Period was all about expressing
strong feelings and finding inspiration in
nature. Can anyone share what they think? The poem talks a lot about nature, like the
wind and leaves. That sounds like what
Romantic poets liked to write about.

Exactly! Shelley's poem is full of vivid

descriptions of nature, and that's a hallmark of
Romantic literature. But there's more to it.
Who can tell me how the poet feels about
nature in this poem? She seems to really admire it. He talks about
how the wind is like a 'wild spirit' and how
the leaves are like 'ghosts.

That's a great observation! Shelley doesn't just

describe nature; he almost worships it in the
poem. It's like he's in awe of nature's power
and beauty. This admiration for nature is a
key theme in Romantic poetry.

Now, let's discuss why 'Ode to the West

Wind' is an important poem. Remember,
Romantic poets wanted to change the way
people thought and felt. Who can explain how Well, the poem talks about how the wind can
this poem might have done that? spread the poet's words and ideas, like a
messenger. So, it's like the poet is using
nature to share his thoughts with the world.

Exactly! Shelley uses the wind as a symbol of

change and transformation. He's saying that,
just like the wind can carry leaves and seeds
to new places, his words and ideas can spread
and influence others. This idea of using nature
to inspire change is a big part of
Romanticism.

(The teacher explains further)

Now, does anyone have any questions or

thoughts about the poem or the Romantic
Period?

How’s everyone feeling class? Has that initial Not so Ma’am.

burst of 10% energy lost already?

Great! Now, I’d like all of you to sing along

once more as I play the monitor. We’ll be
using the tune of “ROW ROW, ROW YOUR
BOAT” Are you all ready? Make sure that
everyone of you will participate Okay, let’s “In the heart of nature, we find our way,
begin. Where poets of old had so much to say, With
words and feelings, they'd let them soar,
Let's dive in deep, there's so much more!”

E. Application
SPIN THE BOTTLE CHALLENGE!

Now, let’s have an activity. This activity is

entitle Spin the Bottle Challenge.

Are you familiar with this activity class?

In order for you to understand better, please

 read the mechanics first.
MECHANICS:
 Form a circle by standing around the
room, making sure you have enough
space between each other.
 Place an empty bottle in the middle of
the circle.
 One person starts by spinning the
bottle in the center.
 When the bottle stops, the person it
points to should: - Ask a question
about the Romantic Period, nature, or
emotions, OR - Share a quick personal
experience or feeling related to nature.
 Make your question or sharing quick,
about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
 Keep the circle moving by having the
next person spin the bottle.
 Everyone should participate actively,
as each participation earns you 20
points.

Yes Ma’am.
Is everything clear now class?
Now, it’s time to spin the bottle!

F. Generalization
Now, to test if you learn something today, I
will ask some questions.

1.What do Romantic poets like Wordsworth,

Coleridge, and Shelley have in common in
They all found beauty and inspiration in
their approach to nature?
nature, believing that it could awaken deep
emotions and imagination in their poetry.

2. Why is individualism such an important

Individualism was key because it encouraged
theme during the Romantic Period?
poets to express their unique thoughts and
feelings, moving away from strict rules and
structures.

3. In 'Ode to the West Wind,' how does Percy

Bysshe Shelley use nature as a symbol of
Shelley uses the wind to symbolize the power
change and transformation?
of nature to bring change and spread his ideas,
much like the wind carries leaves and seeds to
new places.
Great insights class! Romantic poets
cherished nature's beauty and believed it
inspired their unique expressions. 'Ode to the
West Wind' shows how nature can symbolize
change and carry powerful messages, just as it
shapes our emotions.

Any question class?

IV. Evaluation
TEST I.
 Direction: Encircle the correct answer.
1. She portrays wild nature's spectacular aspects, significantly contributed to the
Romantic movement.
a) Wordsworth b) Samuel Coleridge c) Robert Burns d) Percy Bysshe Shelley

2. Which Romantic poet who have a vocal critic of societal flaws, explored themes
of love, beauty, and despair, leaving a lasting impact on Romantic literature
a) John Keaths b) Lord Byron c) William Blake d) Jane Austen

3. What key theme did Romantic poets often celebrate in their works?
a) Science and reason b) Urban society c) Nature and emotions d) Political
revolutions

4. Which poem by Percy Bysshe Shelley is a prime example of his Romantic

style?
a) "The Castle of Otranto" b) "Mansfield Park" c) "Frankenstein" d) "Ode to the
West Wind"

5. Which Romantic poet is known for his "Lyrical Ballads," which marked the
start of English Romanticism, celebrating everyday life, nature's beauty, and the
emotional and imaginative aspects of existence?

a) William Wordsworth b) Samuel Taylor Coleridge c) William Blake d) Lord

Byron

TEST II.
ESSAY:
Explain why the Romantic Period is characterized by an emphasis on
individualism, the celebration of nature, and the use of vivid emotions in literature.

V. Assignment
Write a 10-12 line Romantic poem inspired by a personal experience or nature. Title
your poem creatively. Submit it in the next class for discussion.