The Power of Poems: Teaching the Joy of Writing Poetry - Softcover

Ruurs, Margriet

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9780929895444: The Power of Poems: Teaching the Joy of Writing Poetry

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ISBN 10: 0929895444 ISBN 13: 9780929895444

Publisher: Maupin House Pub, 2000

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Poet and children's author Margriet Ruurs shows teachers of grades 3-8 how to introduce poetry to encourage creativity while teaching solid craft skills. Supports national, state, and provincial language-arts standards. Features mini-lessons that teach the craft of poetry and stimulate creativity.

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About the Author:

Margriet Ruurs has been writing poems and stories since she was six tears old. She is the author of Emma's Eggs, Emma and the Coyote, Big Little Dog, A Mountain Alphabet, and Virtual Maniac, a collection of silly and serious poems for kids. The Canadian writer shares her love of writing, language, and poetry with children and teachers throughout North America.

Review:

"Clearly written in an upbeat, lively style, this book provides a wealth of ideas, with activities and website and reference..." -- Dr. Ron Jobe, University of British Columbia

"Filled with wonderful suggestions for helping youngsters create their own poems, with ideas for stimulating the energy that writing requires..." -- Dr. David Booth, University of Toronto

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