Publisher's Synopsis
A handbook for teachers of English working with 9-15 year olds, this contains new ideas which were conceived, developed and used by the author. This text follows the same format as her previous works - each chapter being the basis for one central activity and illustrated by pupils' poems.;In the final chapter, Sandy Brownjohn explains why poetry is so important to her and describes the three part writing scheme that is central to her own teaching. A combination then of assimilable theory and practical tips, this work should provide a variety of classroom ideas for teachers.;Sandy Brownjohn established her reputation with "Does it Have to Rhyme?", "What Rhymes with Secret?" and the "Meet and Write" books.
