Curated Video
Write and Recite Poetry
A video entitled "Write and Recite Poetry" which explores using expression to perform poetry.
Curated Video
Using Personification in Poetry
“Using Personification in Poetry” is a video lesson that defines personification, discusses its use in poetry, and demonstrates how to compose a poem using personification.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Rennie McQuilkin - Teachers Make a Difference
Rennie McQuilkin, has an extensive background participating in poetry readings and workshops in Connecticut, and beyond, has had a distinguished literary career with several published full-length collections of poetry. His work has...
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Author Interviews: Nikki Giovanni
Explore the work of Nikki Giovanni, an African-American poet and essayist who writes poems for adults and children and has written a book about Rosa Parks. Watch while she talks about heroes and the importance of reading and gives advice...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Student Story: Admissions Essay About a Meaningful Poem
This resource is an example of an admissions essay about a meaningful poem.