Teach : Grades 9 - 12
Welcome! This area of Broadsided Press is still growing. We're excited to feature lesson plans for all interested in using our broadsides in the classroom -- from primary school to adult community center to university and beyond. If you are a TEACHER, we'd love to know how you've used broadsides. Please reach out and begin a conversation: broadsided@gmail.com
Adults/University, Grades 6-8, Grades 9 - 12
Exploring the Overlap in Visuals and Poetics
This lesson helps students conceive of original visual art pieces based on a poem.
Read MoreAdults/University, Grades 9 - 12
Versioning & Poetic Choices: Playing with the Stereoscope
This lesson helps students understand the import of artistic choices in poems, even small ones.
Read MoreGrades 6-8, Grades 9 - 12
Using Broadsides to Create Classroom Atmosphere and Inspiration
Melissa Fite Johnson shares the amazing Broadsided classroom she created for her students. Melissa also gives us insight into its inspiration.
Read MoreAdults/University, Grades 9 - 12
Threading a Poem (Literally and Figuratively)
This is a generative lesson that helps writers develop fresh image pools and vocabulary through manipulating poetic threads.
Read MoreAdults/University, Grades 9 - 12
Context Across Time
This is a generative lesson that helps guide writers through using an external/national/global event from their past to inform both their past and present understandings of their world.
Read MoreAdults/University, Grades 6-8, Grades 9 - 12, Incarcerated Students
Use the Broadsided Anthology
Inspiration for teachers of art, creative writing, and more in this beautiful collection of broadsides, interviews, and on-the-street photos. Discounts for educators.
Read MoreAdults/University, Grades 1 - 5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9 - 12
Make a “Lit Wall”
Make your own “Lit Wall” of broadsides using plywood and wheat paste. Step by step instructions and inspirational images!
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