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A Simple Definition For Poetry

Terrell HeickAug 27, 2024

Poetry: A Simple Definition by Terry Heick Dictionary Definition Of A Poem According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a poem is […]

Don’t Teach Kids How To Read, Teach Them Why

Terrell HeickOct 28, 2022

Increasingly, books aren’t thought of as entertainment or even as ways to learn; they are thought of in terms of their form:…

What Are Literature Circles?

Terrell HeickOct 16, 2022

Literature Circles are a way for students to assume a specific role in the study of something (usually a text).

One Way To Teach The Writing Process

By demystifying the writing process through modeling, teachers demonstrate what writing looks like in all of its unedited, imperfect glory.

What Is A Metaphor? Definition, Examples, And Types

A metaphor is a literary device (or figure of speech) that makes a comparison between two ‘things’ without the comparison being literal.

What Are The Best Novels In Verse For Middle…

TeachThought StaffJan 23, 2022

Novels written in verse typically rely heavily on dialogue, emotion, and themes of identity–the latter of which are relevant to YA readers.

How To Create More Authentic Writing Assignments For Students

Terrell HeickSep 1, 2021

To create authentic writing assignments, you should have a clear purpose & resistant audience in mind — one students must work to…

12 Of The Best Digital Tools And Rhyming Dictionaries…

TeachThought StaffOct 10, 2020

These 12 rhyming dictionaries and tools can help you find rhyming words, synonyms, and other forms of creative wordplay.