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ERIC Number: EJ554435
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1997
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ISSN: ISSN-1054-0040
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Let Them Eat Poetry: Nourishing Young Poets.
Selman, Ruth
Montessori Life, v9 n4 p38-39 Fall 1997
Argues lack of encouragement starves the young poet. Describes a teacher's effort to bring an appreciation of poetry and the writing of poetry into a classroom of 9-12 year olds. Suggests specific exercises in using metaphor, comparisons, wish lists, dreams, humor, and rhythm. Also suggests classic poetry for motivating students. (SD)
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Individualized Instruction, Intermediate Grades, Montessori Method, Poetry, Poets, Preadolescents, Student Centered Curriculum, Student Interests, Student Motivation, Writing (Composition)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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