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Full Read, Write, ROAR! Segment

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What if you could write a poem without using your own words? Jeff Kass shows you how to create a “found poem” by digging through existing texts to find the perfect words and phrases. In this video, you’ll learn how to highlight key ideas, use rhythm, repetition, and rhyme, and rearrange the found words to create your own powerful poem. Ready to become a word miner? Let’s start digging!

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