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Curated OER

Humor, Rhetoric, and Prose Styles

For Teachers Higher Ed
A handful of quotes are presented in these slides referencing writing and rewriting. Learners will be encouraged by well-known writers to practice, grow and refrain from perfectionism. Quotes also reference how to write for your audience...
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Academy of American Poets

Poets.org: John Ciardi

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Presents factual information on the life and literary career of poet John Ciardi. Also presents a selected bibliography.
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Other

Book Review: "The Selected Letters of John Ciardi"

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a book review of Edward M. Cifelli's "The Selected Letters of John Ciardi". Gives some information about Ciardi himself.
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New York University

Nyu: "Washing Your Feet" by John Ciardi

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a quick summary and analysis of the poem "Washing Your Feet", by John Ciardi.
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Baertracks

Creative Quotations: John Ciardi

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Read five quotations from John Ciardi on a variety of topics. Shows sources of quotes and links to special search engines.