Kindle the Fire: Writing Poetry with Middle School Students (Writing Poetry with Children)

This book offers a map for writing and teaching free verse poetry. Thirty-seven poetry writing exercises for metaphor, personifications, simile, verb imagery, alliteration, synesthesia, mood, and inquiry are supported by more than 100 authentic poems written by kids. Inspiration and motivation abound to help students build the skills and confidence they need to write poetry. GDY514.