Poetry | Byron Writers Festival

Sam will teach students how to write and perform slam poetry. Please note, this workshop includes video, so an IWB or computer and projector with speakers is required.

Topics covered

Poetry
Performing/public speaking with flair
Self-expression

* Workshops Poetry for the Page and Poetry for the Stage can be combined

Sam Smith

Sam will show students the steps she followed to write the beautiful poem that features in her picture book Remember the Rainbows. Students will then write their own poetic masterpiece, experimenting with techniques including repetition and rhyme.

Topics covered

Writing from real life
Emotive language
Poetic devices

* Workshops Poetry for the Page and Poetry for the Stage can be combined

Sam Smith

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