Poetry Is…3

                Poetry is a pleasant surprise that can improve your outlook on the world. Poets design their poems to be read aloud. People chant it, sing it, and recite it all around the world. Speaking and singing poetry has been around for 8,000 years in all cultures. Reading poetry aloud allows you to experience the whole poem. If you read poetry aloud, you will understand it and remember more about the context of the poem. Always keep a dictionary handy when reading poetry to help with any new words that come up. Before you read it out loud, read it first in your head to scope out the poem. Then, try reading it out loud following the punctuation, and pausing at the end of each line. Don’t shout or whisper. Your tone should be conversational and engaged. Read at a moderate, deliberate pace. Enunciate and pronounce the words clearly. Enjoy the richness of poetry!