Do you have a hard time getting students excited about poetry? The work of Mary Oliver has long been celebrated for its simplicity, beauty, and clarity. Her rich, sensory language, exploration of the line between human and non-human worlds, and …
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5 Creative Ways to Teach Story Elements to Middle Schoolers
Every time I tell my middle schoolers that we are going to analyze the elements of a story, I get a big groan from about half the room. Somehow, it’s gotten into their heads that writing stories is fun, while …
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Remembering Mary Oliver
The beloved American poet Mary Oliver (1935–2019) died today, leaving behind a rich and vast body of literary work. Oliver was arguably the most popular poet of her generation, best known for her poems of the natural world. Her style …
15 Texts to Read in Honor of MLK, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., dedicated his life to advocating for racial equality and battling discrimination and injustice. His talents as an orator and his dedication to nonviolent resistance were remarkable. Most of us are familiar with his rhetorical masterpiece, …
eNotes Book Club: November–December Finds
In this installment of our book club, we looked for thoughtful, dark reads fitting for a foggy November and December. Cozy up with a cup of tea with us and read on.
How to Analyze a Poem in 7 Easy Steps
At first, analyzing a poem may seem like an intimidating task, especially considering the myriad poetic forms out there. It’s important to note, however, that a poem can have different meanings for different readers. Many poems are intentionally left open-ended …
How to Write A Summary in 9 Simple Steps
There comes a point in a student’s academic career where she’ll have to write a summary. Knowing how to write a summary is one of the most beneficial skills that demonstrates reading comprehension and writing ability. Writing a good summary …
eNotes’s Best Books of 2018
As the year comes to a close, it’s time for us to take a look at the past 12 months to see what we can learn for the next year. Around the office, we decided to share the best books …
