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Rich Library: Poetry

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Overview

With figurative language and creative sentence structure, poetry supports the development of a deeper understanding of the different ways language makes meaning. Diverse collections of poetry can also engage all learners in textual analysis and provide a channel for self-expression and creativity.

Use It in the Classroom

  • Delving into complex, nuanced poems challenges students to interpret multiple meanings, see the power of words, and broaden their understanding of Syntax. Reading, writing, and reciting poetry in class, whether it is rhyming or free-form, provides an outlet for creative expression and emphasizes the importance of the genre. Poetry can also be a great resource to build social and emotional learning, fostering empathy and Social Awareness & Relationship Skills.

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    Videos are chosen as examples of strategies in action. These choices are not endorsements of the products or evidence of use of research to develop the feature.

    iF Poems includes 270 classic poems and audio recordings. With charming illustrations and the ability to browse poems based on category or age, this app allows learners to enjoy a full range of poetry.

  • Digital libraries can provide collections of poetry to strengthen learners' Reading Fluency and Vocabulary. Digital libraries can also include alternative forms of poetry such as spoken word, which can be especially relevant and moving for adolescents. Including poetry about other disciplines like history is another way to make learning fun while improving students' Disciplinary Literacy.
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    Resources

    Below are additional examples, research, and professional development. These resources are possible representations of this strategy, not endorsements.
    Examples

    Best Children's Poetry Books

    Goodreads curated list of poetry collections and books in verse

    Examples

    Poetry Foundation

    Poems for children, articles about children's poetry, and videos of poems read aloud

    Examples

    Poetry in the School Library

    Tips for ways to include poetry in a library

    Examples

    Promoting Poetry

    Ideas for promoting an appreciation for poetry

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    Teaching Poetry

    Atlantic article about the importance and benefits of teaching poetry

    Research

    Reading & Cognition

    Subtopic that explores cognitive models of reading on Digital Promise's Research Map

    Factors Supported by this Strategy

    Student Background
    Adverse Experiences
    Literacy Environment
    Physical Well-being
    Primary Language
    Safety
    Sleep
    Socioeconomic Status
    Social and Emotional Learning
    Emotion
    Motivation
    Self-regulation
    Sense of Belonging
    Social Awareness & Relationship Skills
    Cognition
    Inhibition
    Long-term Memory
    Short-term Memory
    Literacy
    Background Knowledge
    Composition
    Critical Literacy
    Disciplinary Literacy
    Inferencing
    Reading Fluency
    Syntax
    Vocabulary

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    Rich Library: Diversity

    Having culturally relevant reading materials, including multicultural and diverse texts, are critical for supporting all students.

    Rich Library: Multimodal

    Providing access to a variety of multimodal texts that align with the interests of learners allows them to practice digital, information, and Critical Literacy.

    Individual Spaces

    Having private or semi-private spaces where students can go to support Self-regulation and individual deliberate practice.

    Uncluttered Environment

    Spaces that are structured, organized, and clean provide increased room for collaboration and active learning.

    Quiet Environment/Pockets of Quiet

    Decreasing extra audio input provides a focused learning environment.

    Dim or Natural Lighting

    Exposure to natural light is beneficial to the students' health and can increase their alertness and Attention.

    Mobility & Flexibility

    Creating student-driven, flexible learning spaces involves setting up the classroom to support the desired learning outcomes for each activity.

    Sound Level

    Providing ways for students to adjust sound level supports individual auditory needs.

    Temperature

    Providing ways for students to meet their individual temperature needs supports Attention and Self-regulation.

    Multiple Display Boards/Screens

    Multiple display spaces promote collaboration by allowing groups to share information easily as they work.

    Multiple Writing Surfaces

    Multiple writing surfaces promote collaboration by allowing groups to share information easily as they work.

    Rich Library: Audio & Braille

    Providing texts in braille, large font, and with text-to-speech allows learners with visual needs to access content.

    Rich Library: SEL Topics

    Books on social and emotional learning (SEL) topics, such as developing empathy and productive persistence, help teach these skills.

    Rich Library: Complexity

    Reading materials of varying complexity and levels are necessary for all students to experience success.

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