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For teachers who want to to teach poetry with confidence and passion, Janeczko shows them how how. Working from his belief that children will read poetry if it's chosen carefully, he offers poems that span history, ethnicity, and gender--and ignite excitement in young people. Each poem is framed by a detailed lesson for investigating the work on many levels. With response sheets, graphic organizers, background on the poets, and more.
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For teachers who want to to teach poetry with confidence and passion, Janeczko shows them how how. Working from his belief that children will read poetry if it's chosen carefully, he offers poems that span history, ethnicity, and gender--and ignite excitement in young people. Each poem is framed by a detailed lesson for investigating the work on many levels. With response sheets, graphic organizers, background on the poets, and more.
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