Meet The Teens Bringing Classic Poetry Off The Page And Into The Real World

Criticisms of the Common Core curriculum have mostly centered on its staunch adherence to keeping things new, fresh and relevant. English classrooms are now asked to tether their readings to current events, rather than focusing on timeless works, for fear of losing students’ interest.

That’s good news for students hoping to enter fields like science, tech, and journalism. Not-so-good news for those interested in the arts. Even kids who don’t aspire to write poetry might benefit from reading it, however; it aids in self-reflection and pattern-forming.