Some
poems automatically inspire you to recite them with emotion.Expression comes naturally as the reader
warns the turkey in this poem. Try
reading this poem with different emotions. Try reading it with urgency, with a sad/tearful voice, or in a
pleading whisper. It is sure to get you and your students laughing.
My favorite kinds of poems are “Finger Plays.” This poem is a fun one to
add hand motions to!In class we have
been reciting and acting out this poem each day.
Recently a student told me that his favorite thing in his browsing box is his poetry notebook. "Mine too," I whispered back," with a wink.