Weekend Pick for August 23, 2024

Weekend Pick for August 23, 2024

​Last Friday, on behalf of the Ethical ELA community of educators and poets, I introduced you to the  three forthcoming books Words That Mend, 90 Ways of Community, and Just YA edited by Sarah J. Donovan. I began with Words That Mend featuring the work of ten teachers and educators. Today, I will present the second book 90 Ways of Community. This one, too, is a free resource for educators, teachers, librarians, and parents that provides quick, accessible, and effective poetry writing exercises for secondary school students or the entire communities. 

90 Ways o​f Community: Nurturing Safe & Inclusive Classrooms Writing One Poem at a Time edited by Sarah J. Donovan

90 Ways of Community is a practical guide to writing poetry in grades 6-12, full of sound advice, AUTHENTIC support, & beautiful poetry. Unlock the transformative power of poetry in your classroom with 90 Ways of Community. This indispensable resource guides teachers through a year-long journey of poetic engagement, fostering a safe and inclusive environment where every student feels valued and heard. Grounded in social emotional learning and trauma-informed pedagogy, the authors provide practical, adaptable lessons that seamlessly integrate poetry writing into any curriculum. Each chapter begins with a heartfelt "Dear Teacher" letter, offering context and support, while thematic clusters of prompts inspire creativity and connection. The book covers a wide range of topics, from celebrating individuality to extending community and healing through poetic expression. The authors draw on real classroom experiences and the collective wisdom of a community of teacher-poets. 90 Ways of Community is more than a collection of prompts—it's a roadmap to building a classroom culture where poetry becomes a vital tool for learning and growth. Join us in nurturing the hearts and minds of students, one poem at a time.
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For now, you can read about the books on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/.../217310027-90-ways-of-community

Remember that all three of these books will be launched on September 2, 2024!
We will share the details about how to order these free resources online and for printing costs anywhere books are sold beginning with the launch day.
Mark your calendars:

• 09.02.2024 to get the books for FREE online.
• 09.22.2024 to celebrate online with us 2pm CT.  
  

Here is the link to the Zoom party: https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/s/6028777200

 Next Friday, I will talk about an exciting collection of short YA stories, essays, and poems. Look out for Just YA!

Enjoy the weekend with a good book,
​Leilya