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“me and you be poets”

In their eight virtual poetry lesson 8th graders at Haugan Elementary explored ideas about relationships. A relationship is a connection formed between individuals. Relationships can involve a bond through common goals or experiences, such […]

This is just to say…….

In their seventh virtual poetry lesson 8th graders at Haugan Elementary explored the art of communication through epistolary poetry, poems that are written as notes, letters, or diary entries. Students were asked “Why is […]

The Masks We Wear: Persona Poetry

For their sixth virtual poetry lesson, Haugan 8th graders explored personas. The word persona comes from the Greek word for mask. Actors in ancient Greece wore masks on stage to represent different characters. Together […]

Poets Get Emotional

For their fifth virtual poetry lesson, Haugan 8th graders explored various emotions, such as fear, anger, happiness, and sadness. Students were asked “Why is it important to express your emotions?” Together we discussed how […]

Memorable Places

For their fourth virtual poetry lesson Haugan Elementary 8th graders explored some of their favorite places they had visited in the past. Due to COVID-19 we can’t travel to certain places that we use […]

As the Clock Ticks: Aging Poetry

For their third virtual poetry lesson the 8th graders of Haugan Elementary explored the concept of aging. Students were asked What does aging mean to you? In what ways have you changed since growing […]

This is not a small voice

  This week the 8th graders of Haugan Elementary explored ideas about voices. What does it mean to have a voice? How can your voice empower you? A voice helps humans communicate with one […]

This name in which I can never find a key chain for

I was excited to meet the 8th graders of Haugan Elementary. Students kicked off their virtual poetry residency by exploring the meaning of their names. They were asked the question “Does your name define […]

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