Each member of the group reads the poem silently. Another volunteer reads the poem aloud to the group. Each group member shares what has been written in number 4 above. Other group members ask questions and discuss. Volunteer reads poem aloud to the group.
Group discusses the meaning of the poem.
On a piece of chart paper, write a single word or phrase that captures what this poem means to you. A Handbook for Elementary School Teachers. Teachers College, Columbia University. The Child As Critic, Teaching Literature in the Elementary School. Teachers College, Columbia University.