The Curious Quill
Aim:
· To explore a variety of approaches to engage students with poetry, in both written and oral formats
Below are possible junior cycle learning outcomes
(at both Level 2 and Level 3) which may suit this workshop.
*Please note that aspects of this workshop may be adapted for senior cycle.
The following page is structured into four different sections. You may wish to explore some and/or all sections.
Section 1:
Getting Started with Poetry
Poetry Ireland
Explore some supports offered by Poetry Ireland.
Click to watch
(5 mins approx)
Approaching poetry in the classroom
A selection of approaches to poetry
featuring teachers and poets.
Click to watch
(4 mins approx)
Section 2:
Possible Strategies for Approaching Poetry in the Classroom
The following support contains a selection of possible strategies for exploring poetry with your students. These maybe further adapted to suit your unique school context.
Please note: The terms used in this support are not exhaustive.
Click on the booklet below to open and download
Poetry Booklet.pdfClick on the appropriate button below to access the poems used in your poetry workshop
Section 3:
Poetry Outside the Pages
Click on the images below to access additional poems/songs arranged by theme,
many of which contain interactive links to live performances of the poems/songs by the poet/artist.
Section 4:
Share what works for you
Please click on the '+' button in the bottom right corner to contribute to the Padlet below.
This Padlet will continue to be populated for the duration of CPD Delivery 2023-24.
Please note: This Padlet will continue to be populated for the duration of CPD Delivery 2023-24. If you would prefer not to post to the Padlet, please pass your answer to your facilitator.