Poetry: Read it Everyday!
I have always enjoyed poetry. I love the complexity, word play, imagery, and variety. But not everyone is a fan. Many times people remember poems being dissected and taken apart, so that it becomes a chore instead of something that can be enjoyable. What can teachers and parents do to create excitement and interest in poetry? Visit my Padlet site and find out what I have learned to make poetry fun and enjoyable for children.
Realistic Fiction
Realistic fiction is one of the most read and loved genres because we can relate to characters, situation, and events. Realistic fiction can help us sort through difficult times in our lives and help us understand different experiences or points of view. Visit my Padlet site to find out a little more about this genre.
Science Fiction and Fantasy
This is a genre that has really taken off in the last few years. Dystopia science fiction has become very popular through the Hunger Games and Divergent trilogies. These books are very popular with Middle and High School readers. Another popular science fiction trilogy is the Fifth Wave, which includes space and aliens. There are hundreds of titles and categories out there waiting to be explored by tweens and teens. Here are a few things I learned and still need to keep researching:
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