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Koch, Kenneth – Teachers and Writers, 1991
Looks closely at the words of Whitman's "Song of Myself" to get a closer look at the mystery of poetry. Discusses how Whitman's work can be used with students to inspire their writing. (MG)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Learning Activities, Poetry, Poets
Logan, William Bryant – Teachers and Writers, 1991
Describes how "The Sleeper" was used with third and fourth grade students to inspire them to use a variety of verbs. Shares several examples of poems the students wrote after discussing Whitman's poem. (MG)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Learning Activities, Poetry, Poets
