At Smyser Elementary, students explored blackout poems and created their visual poetry through art. Check out what they created!
Mrs. Showalter’s Class
Hazel P.
Valerie S., “Where have all the children gone?”
Noah C.
Sienna K.
Olivia C., “Playhouse”
Mrs. Przeklasa’s Class
Gabriel C., “Mountain”
Mrs. Edwards’ Class
Marino M., “The Shade Train”
Sophia O., “The Collage Note”
“Writing poetry makes me feel like I can see myself, like I can see my reflection, but not in a mirror, in the world. I write and I know I can be reflected.”
-Oscar S.
“Writing poetry makes me feel free.”
-Buenda D.
“Writing poetry is like your best friend.”
-Jessica M.
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