This unit plan focuses on analyzing the poetry of Shel Silverstein over the course of a week. On Monday, students will learn key facts about Silverstein and his writing style and humor. They will then listen to and discuss the poem "Sick" and create their own inventions based on another poem. Later in the week, students will compare themes across two poems and then write reviews of their favorite or least favorite Silverstein poem. The plan aims to have 90% of students accurately interpret Silverstein's works through various creative presentations and activities. Technology like computers, a smartboard, and iPads will support the lessons.