Inferring

At reading time we have been learning how to infer. On Tuesday, one of our groups made inferences about the poem "Power" by Tui Matelau. What can you infer from the poem? Write a comment about what you can infer about the character, and the message the author is trying to portray. What can you infer about the relationship between Manu and the narrator/character? What clues help you to know how the narrarator/character is feeling?

Power

I have the power to change the world.

Every day,

on my way to school,

I power up my battery.

I know I look funny,

but my job is very important.

With my backpack on

and my sandels flapping,
I power up.

When I walk through the school gates,

I'm ready.

Manu says hi, waving,

and I put my power to use.

I stand up tall and proud,

lift my hand,

and SMILE!

Manu SMILES back.

I have the power to change the world.

By Tui Matelau