Poetry is something that many teachers find problematical, and many pupils are not interested in reading and discussing. This book aims to explain how these prejudices, antipathies, and genuine difficulties have arisen, and suggests ways in which they can be tackled. It argues that the problem of making poetry accessible to children is far from insurmountable, and that building bridges between the written and oral forms is one strategy that may be employed fruitfully. It also contends that many children can derive considerable benefit from writing their own poetry. Throughout the book, the importance of rhythm is stresses.
- ISBN13 9780335093397
- Publish Date 16 April 1991
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 1 March 2000
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Open University Press
- Format Paperback
- Pages 160
- Language English