The Forms of Things Unknown

The Forms of Things Unknown

Author: Shelley Savren

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2016-07-12

Total Pages: 197

ISBN-13: 1475827946

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A college student writes: “These words I write/ open their mouths wide/ screaming the most intimate secrets.” An inmate in a maximum-security men’s prison writes: “Within my writing, I am able to break down my prison walls and escape, leave the gangster façade behind.” The Forms of Things Unknown: Teaching Poetry Writing to Teens and Adults draws from Shelley Savren’s forty years of teaching poetry writing to a diverse array of students, from teens with mental health issues to seniors to adults with developmental disabilities, and in a wide variety of settings, which include middle schools, high schools, colleges, juvenile halls, women’s centers, and a men’s prison. Each chapter includes an original poem from Savren, heartfelt stories, and lesson plans that introduce poetic concepts through model poems by professionals, open-ended writing assignments, methods for sharing and critiquing, and student poems. Designed for use in a classroom or community setting, this book features forty-one lesson plans and nineteen more poetry-writing workshop ideas and provides guidance and inspiration for teaching poetry writing to teens and adults.


Teaching Poetry Writing to Adolescents

Teaching Poetry Writing to Adolescents

Author: Joseph I. Tsujimoto

Publisher: Urbana Ill. : ERIC Clearinghouse on Reading and Communication Skills : National Council of Teachers of English

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13:

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Intended to serve as a general model for the teaching of poetry writing, and written from the perspective of one individual teacher's thinking and experience, this guide, although originally written for teachers of seventh and eighth graders, is adaptable to other levels--elementary, high school, and college. Chapter 1, "Students and Teachers," introduces the teacher and his students, compares junior high school students to elementary and high school students and introduces Konstantin Lardas, the college professor who served as model and inspiration for the approach to teaching and literature described in this book. Chapter 2, "Models and Teaching Designs," establishes the theoretical groundwork upon which the poetry assignments given were designed, sequenced, presented, revised, evaluated, and completed, resulting in individual poetry books. Chapter 3, "Poems and Poetry Assignments," presents 18 poetry assignments found to be effective in the classroom. (Twelve references are included.) (ARH)


How To Write Poetry For Teenagers

How To Write Poetry For Teenagers

Author: Howexpert

Publisher: Howexpert

Published: 2020-03-03

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 9781647585853

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If you want to learn how to write poetry and you are a teenager, then get "How To Write Poetry For Teenagers" written by a poetry teacher who has experience teaching poetry to kids. Those who want to learn how to write poetry should consult this how-to guide. Without any previous knowledge, experience, or training, any teen can write poetry. Here you will learn how to: - Write poetry from beginning to end and do a good job of it. - Learn about different types of poems and their origins. - Discover how you can get started, including what tools and equipment to use. - Develop the confidence and high esteem needed to create quality poetry. - Accept that you are creative (even if you do not believe it). - Apply easy poetry writing processes and skills. - Go from being shy about sharing your poetry to being fearless in presenting it publicly. - Meet other poets like yourself...and accomplished poets, too! - Compile a portfolio of your own original poems. - Adopt habits that will help you write your poetry. - Deal with stress by having a constructive outlet for it. Everything you need to begin writing poetry is included in this guide, and it is simple. By the time you finish, you will have a worthwhile hobby that can morph into a wonderful gift or talent! Take advantage of this offer today! The achievement of healthy self-expression is an advantage that will serve you for the rest of your life. About the Expert Deidre Simpson is the author of two books of poetry. During her teen years, she wrote often and was an avid reader as well. Writing poetry kept her balanced and gave her an excellent outlet for her emotional personality. She later became a member of a creative writers' group at her high school. When the group decided to publish a magazine, she gladly contributed by writing poems and inviting other students to submit their work. In her senior year, she entered a poetry contest held by a local university and received Honorable Mention for her poem. Receiving two diaries for her 10th birthday is what started her writing career. Fiction novels and studying poetry in her middle school English class helped her hobby grow. Her worst experience was having to memorize a favorite poem by a famous author and recite it on video. She was petrified, but her poetry skills were advancing. One of her best memories is of two local poets that visited her creative writing class. According to her, doing what you truly love is the definition of work. Writing is one of the best ways to say something, even if it is only to the self. As she puts it, "Poetry is like a firecracker. It is small and has one form when unlit, like when the poem is finalized. Then when you share it with someone or a group of people, much like lighting it, it shoots into the sky and becomes a huge, beautiful, untouchable cloud after the rain." HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.


Reading and Writing Poetry with Teenagers

Reading and Writing Poetry with Teenagers

Author: Fredric Lown

Publisher: Walch Publishing

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 9780825127939

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This versatile volume combines examples of poetry from historical and contemporary masters with high school writing. Each chapter contains poems for reading aloud, poems for discussion, models for writing exercises, samples of student poems, and a bibliography for extended reading. Many teachers use Reading and Writing Poetry with Teenagers across disciplines. Writing exercises include: Animals as Symbols Family Portraits in Words Of War and Peace Writing Song Lyrics as an Expression of Social Protest


How to Write Poetry

How to Write Poetry

Author: Christopher Salerno

Publisher: Rockridge Press

Published: 2020-04-07

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781646117970

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A poetry journal for those looking to improve their art Nourish your poetic soul with this instructive and inspiring journal. Whether you’re just starting out or seeking ways to expand your skills, How to Write Poetry is a poetry journal designed to nurture creativity and deepen your understanding of this age-old literary tradition. Discover lessons on everything from crafting evocative imagery to exploring the nuances of rhythm and meter—all while immersing yourself in related readings that reinforce your connection to the instruction. Put your knowledge into practice with dozens of original, enriching prompts meant to jump-start a ritual of poetry writing. No matter where you are on your journey, this poetry journal will help you unleash your artistic voice. This how-to poetry journal helps teach with: A poetic primer—Go from basic to more advanced techniques with descriptive instructions that provide comprehensive guidance. Practice makes perfect—Hone your skills with thought-provoking prompts and blank pages that encourage you to try what you’ve learned. Finishing touches—This poetry journal contains expert advice for revising your poems, as well as a list of respected publications you can submit your completed works to. Expand your knowledge and broaden your skills with a poetry journal that teaches you how to find your voice and share your passion.


In the Middle

In the Middle

Author: Nancie Atwell

Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 629

ISBN-13: 9780325028132

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With 80 percent new material, In the Middle, Third Edition brings Nancie Atwell's methods up to date. Nancie guides newcomers to a rich, satisfying practice while sharing her latest innovations and refinements with those who have made In the Middle their teaching touchstone.


Writing and Understanding Poetry for Teachers and Students

Writing and Understanding Poetry for Teachers and Students

Author: Suzanne Keyworth

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2015-02-19

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 1475814089

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Grounded in craft, this book was composed on three premises: That the study and modeling of great poems is integral to understanding poetry and learning to write poems, that scaffolded learning builds a writer’s and a reader’s confidence and knowledge base and increases learning, and that teachers and facilitators of poetry can and should build learning environments we call “our hearts in a safe place.” Each chapter contains an introduction to a main focus, new terms, a model poem, an explication, short prompts heuristic to each chapter’s focus, and a model exercise. Student poem samples are included in each chapter. The last chapter discusses syllabi, portfolios and alternate grading. A Heart’s Craft differs from other poetry” how to books” because it combines art with pedagogy in a unique and effective fashion.


Poems by Adolescents and Adults

Poems by Adolescents and Adults

Author: James Brewbaker

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13:

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A collection of poems by average students in America reveals varied concerns, from family pressures to social life, school issues, and concerns for the future.


Poetic Activities

Poetic Activities

Author: Greta Barclay Lipson

Publisher: Teaching and Learning Company

Published: 2008-09-01

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13: 0787730815

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Introduce your students to writing poetry with this easy to use packet, complete with definition, example, and guidelines! Master teacher and poet, Greta Barclay Lipson, shows the power of language and how to use it.


Old Elm Speaks

Old Elm Speaks

Author: Kristine O'Connell George

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 58

ISBN-13: 9780395876114

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A collection of short, simple poems which present images relating to trees in various circumstances and throughout the seasons.