“I Am” PoemYou and your partner will create 4 total “I Am” poems—1 poem for each culture group (Gulf, Southeastern, Pueblo, and Plains).

• I am• I hear• I see • I am• I feel• I worry• I am• I try• I hope• I am

“I Am” Poem-Example of Gulf Culture

• I am a nomad.• I hear the sound of the ocean waves• I see the buffalo, deer, and small animals.• I am a Karankawa.• I feel the soft animal hides.• I worry we might lose our lives to diseases.• I am an Indian.• I try to keep my crops fertile.• I hope we live.• I am peaceful.

“I Am” PoemYou and your partner will create 4 total “I Am” poems—1 poem for each culture group (Gulf, Southeastern, Pueblo, and Plains).

• I am• I hear• I see • I am• I feel• I worry• I am• I try• I hope• I am