An Amazing List of Poems By Maya Angelou
January 30, 2023
From the first time I read Maya Angelou’s work and heard her speak, I was hooked on her work. If you’ve read any from this list of poems by Maya
From the first time I read Maya Angelou’s work and heard her speak, I was hooked on her work. If you’ve read any from this list of poems by Maya
Adding poetry into your classroom is always a good plan. Here are 23 contemporary poets to teach in your classroom this year! A few may already be on your list
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Is Shakespeare on your radar for teaching this year? Maybe you have to teach Romeo and Juliet? If you’re looking for a way to revamp your unit plans consider adding
I have to admit I’m not the biggest fan of introducing Shakespeare into my yearly lessons. Sure there is a time and place for his work, but I take a
Does your Shakespeare unit need a bit of a shake-up? Maybe it’s introducing Shakespeare and kicking off the unit that needs a little change? If so, adding in poetry at
When I teach poetry I’m looking for poems that will engage and challenge students. I want something that can connect to their lives but also give them something to dig
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November is a great time to explore gratitude. With Remembrance Day in Canada and Thanksgiving in the US, it’s the perfect occasion to give thanks for what you have as