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“I think poetry can help children deal with the other subjects on the curriculum by enabling them to see a subject in a new way.” quote by Carol Ann Duffy
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“I think poetry can help children deal with the other subjects on the curriculum by enabling them to see a subject in a new way.”

Carol Ann Duffy

About This Quote

Source Interview: BBC Radio 4, "The Poetry Programme", 2015

Poetry offers fresh perspectives that make other subjects more accessible and engaging for children.

In simple terms: Poetry helps kids see other subjects differently.

Key Takeaway

Use poetry to reframe learning.

Themes

education creativity literacy interdisciplinary engagement

Mood

inspired reflective

Type

pedagogical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • classroom lessons
  • curriculum design
  • after‑school workshops
  • teacher training

Key Concepts

cognitive reframing emotional resonance multimodal learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can teachers integrate poetry without sacrificing core content?
  • What subjects benefit most from poetic framing?
A Different Perspective

Poetry may not align with standardized testing requirements.

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