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Frazier, C. Hood; Wellen, Charlotte – Voices from the Middle, 1998
Describes how two teachers approach poetry writing with at-risk high school students over a 12-week period, structuring activities to initiate poetry as language play, selecting model poems that are developmentally appropriate, and organizing writing assignments that encourage students to draw on their individual experiences. Discusses conducting…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Class Activities, English Instruction, Evaluation Methods

Bloland, Dagny D. – Voices from the Middle, 1998
Describes how one eighth-grade teacher creates a safe, playful, literate environment for a four-week poetry unit which immerses students in the thoughtful, energetic, productive experience of poetry. Describes introducing poetry, setting up the unit, class activities, a wide range of requirements and assignments, and students' enthusiastic…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Creative Writing, English Instruction, Grade 8