Clerihew poems are only four lines long. However, four lines is enough to be humorous and help students remember the most important people in the …
Continue ReadingStanza form in poetry plays an important role in analyzing the meaning of a poem. Start with the definition of poetry form and continue with these …
Continue ReadingTeaching poetry meter involves identifying meter in poetry and charting the scansion of poems. Here we look at some great examples and how they can be …
Continue ReadingWriting a character analysis can be intimidating for students. Using a children’s book as a guide can relieve some of the stress students might …
Continue ReadingAn analysis of poetry by Robert Frost unveils great lines of poetry. The following Robert Frost quotes come directly from his poems.
Continue ReadingUse this list of poems with figurative language to help young scholars become masters of words.
Continue ReadingTeaching alliteration requires finding quality poetry that is challenging enough for upper level students. These examples will help you teach the …
Continue ReadingLooking for onomatopoeia poems for teenagers as part of your sound devices lesson plan? This list of poems using onomatopoeia will make you the …
Continue ReadingNeed to teach poetic sound devices to your high school class? Try teaching on one of the poems from this list that includes examples of assonance, …
Continue ReadingWuthering Heights, although a great work of literature, does not make for an engaging teaching experience for most high school English classes.
Continue ReadingTeenage relationships are full of conflict. Thus, a project to create dialogue about conflict is enjoyable for students. This project will help …
Continue ReadingHelp students learn about the elements of a short story and how to use drama effectively to build suspense. Tips to teach students how to craft a …
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