ARTS Both poetry and math require economy and precision—and each perspective can enhance the other. (Smithsonian) Use our activity to introduce students to math, poetry, and nature. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit. Discussion Ideas One of the primary characteristics shared by many forms of poetry and math is the use of formulas. How does mathematics use … Continue reading How Math and Poetry Intersect
ARTS Beyoncé’s latest album is full of heartbreak, jealousy—and quiet poetry. Meet the young woman who is credited second only to Queen Bey on Lemonade. (BBC) Just in time for National Poetry Month, browse through more verse with our collection of content about poems, poets, and poetry. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers’ Toolkit. Warning: The poem analyzed … Continue reading Meet the Poet Who Inspired Beyoncé
2016 is the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death. Here are 10 reasons Shakespeare is still relevant—and ways to celebrate his work. 10. Watch a movie! There are dozens of film adaptations of Shakespeare’s plays. You’ve seen West Side Story (above) and Gnomeo and Juliet. Here are some lesser-known adaptations and inspirations. Go to prison. Caesar Must Die is a dramatized documentary that follows real-life … Continue reading Weekly Warm-Up: 10 Ways to Celebrate Shakespeare
Marleen Spierings, this week’s Educator of the Week, inspires her students to be global readers by introducing them to English literature lessons and teachers from around the world. Marleen is an English teacher at Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest near The Hague, Netherlands. Activity: “Why Metaphor?” (YMeta4) Grade Level: 9-12 Time Commitment: 3 Months This project aims to improve students’ understanding of literary devices and empowers them … Continue reading Educator Spotlight: Inspiring Global Readers
ARTS A new digital poetry map from the Toronto Public Library links city neighborhoods to the verse that has been written about them. (Toronto Star) Celebrate National Library Week and National Poetry Month with our diverse collection of of content about poems, poets, and poetry. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources, including a link to the Toronto Poetry Map and today’s … Continue reading Poetry Map Reveals a City’s Inner World
