Recipe Poems
This lesson introduces the concept of metaphor by inviting young writers to create recipes for abstract things in life.
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Collage Poems with “The Jumblies”
Share in the pure joy of language with this lesson which engages word play, collage and poems by Edward Lear and Sonia Sanchez to create original poetry.
Writing the Soul
An activity for writing poetry about the soul, inspired by poems by Mary Oliver and Walt Whitman.
“Spring Poems” with E.E. Cummings
Celebrate any season by writing original and daring poems inspired by E.E. Cummings and his rambunctious wordplay.
The Lune Link
Use family photographs or magazine images to create 3-line Lune poems.
What a Wonderful World
An activity that encourages young writers to explore the five senses, inspired by the Louis Armstrong song.
Delight Songs
Delicious Details take center stage in this writing exercise inspired by N. Scott Momaday’s “Delight Song of Tsoai-talee.”
Writing Our Way Through: Tips
Tips for parents & guardians leading writing exercises with children at home. Part of the “Writing Our Way Through” series.
Writing Our Way Through
With so many parents and guardians at home with their kids, we want to offer clear, fun, and engaging “lessons” for writing at home with young people.