Where Stars Meet People: Teaching and Writing Poetry in Conversation

This book uses poetry to explore secondary English Language Arts classroom themes, featuring a poetic conversation among poets on eight themes. The poems cover poetry, places, nature, beauty, harmony, love, loyalty and betrayal, home and family, loss and grief, and dreams and hopes for the future. The three final chapters provide guidance on using poetry in classrooms and beyond, encouraging novice and experienced poets to create various forms of poetry. All poems are written exclusively for a diverse readership.

Format: Hardback
Length: 140 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

This book is truly remarkable! It presents readers with an incredible opportunity to delve into the most prevalent universal themes taught in secondary English Language Arts classrooms through the captivating medium of poetry. However, it goes beyond mere suggestions of poems grouped by common themes. Instead, each poetry section unfolds as a poetic dialogue among the poets, exploring eight distinct themes. The journey begins with an original poem by one poet, which sets the stage for the subsequent responses by the other poets. They join the conversation, responding to the initial poem, the second poem, or any of the previously included poems within that section. The poems themselves are a testament to the themes of poetry, places, nature, beauty, harmony, love, loyalty, and betrayal, home and family, loss and grief, and dreams and hopes for the future.

The three final chapters of this book are dedicated to demonstrating how to effectively utilize these poems and poetry in general, both within the classroom and beyond its walls. It encourages novice and experienced poets alike to explore various forms of poetry, fostering their creativity and expression. The volume also provides a platform for sharing perspectives on poetry, its teaching, reading, and writing, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of this art form.

To convey the authors message effectively, this book employs a diverse range of poetry forms. Each poem is meticulously crafted, ensuring that it resonates with a wide audience. The authors have dedicated themselves to writing exclusively for this book, creating a collection that is both captivating and accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds.

In conclusion, this book is a treasure trove of literary excellence, offering readers a unique and immersive experience of exploring universal themes through the power of poetry. It is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the beauty and versatility of language, as well as for educators and students seeking innovative and effective ways to enhance their literary education.

Weight: 354g
Dimension: 237 x 157 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781475868760