Poetry+and+Art

This paper focuses on the why and how of teaching poetry. Before I do anything, I like to understand what I'm getting--I want a rationale. I love poetry but I want to be sure there is a good reason to teach it. My research gave me my answers and I can now confidently tell of the many ways that poetry can facilitate other learning or be the subject matter itself. Click [|here] for a quick powerpoint
 * The Reason of Poetry by Ashley Draper (Fall 2010)**


 * Using Music to Teach Literature by Ofa Fotu (Winter 2011) **
 * https://docs.google.com/present/edit?id=0AUsgmy-PKcXqZGNiMjJwcHNfNjRnZ3puaDVmdA&hl=en **

Poetry and Art - YouTube video
 * Poetry and Art: Connecting Literacy Comprehension with Fine Arts by Mandy Roth (Winter 2011)**

[|Enjoying Poetry.ppt] [|Enjoying Poetry.doc]
 * Learning to Enjoy Poetry: A Goal for Students and Teachers Alike by Megan Sopp (Fall 2010)**