
Roni Horn, Key and Cue, No. 288, 1994–2004. Aluminum and solid cast plastic, 51 x 2 x 2 inches (129.5 x 5.1 x 5.1 cm). Gift of Barbara Lee, The Barbara Lee Collection of Art by Women. Courtesy Hauser & Wirth, London. © Roni Horn
This activity is ideal for ages 6+ and great for children and adults to work on together.
Inspired by Roni Horn’s artwork, Key and Cue, No. 288, we’re celebrating National Poetry Month and are inviting you to write an ode to someone you care about! An ode is a poem that praises someone and is one of the oldest types of poems that exist. Reflect on the person you choose, answer the questions, fill in the blanks, and deliver your completed poem to make your special person smile!
You will need:
Steps
1 Decide who you will write your ode to. Choose someone you love or care about, someone to cheer up today! |
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2 Answer the questions below. Add your answers into the template to complete your ode. |
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3 Share your ode with your special person! Take a photo to share it or read it aloud. You’re bound to make them smile! |
Questions to help write your ode:
This activity was created by Flolynda Jean, Education Assistant, and Brooke Scibelli, Family and Art Lab Programs Coordinator.