Now, have students write one or two paragraphs in response to the text. Final response group discussion. Students read their papers to members of the group. They should listen carefully to what all members have written. If so explain.
Students choose one paper from the group to present to the class.
Students will work individually and in groups reading, writing and discussing. Teacher will monitor, encourage, and take part in discussion. An Introduction to Poetry. Little Brown and Company, 1982. Since high school students are very apprehensive about poetry and its interpretation, the approach used here is a good starting place after going over with students how to read a poem for meaning.