Ms. Barsky shared two odes written by Pablo Neruda: "Ode to an Artichoke" and "Ode to My Socks". We discussed how Neruda turns the typical ode on its head, paying homage to everyday objects instead of heroic people or events. Neruda's ability to bring an elevated, exalted description to something so average makes the ordinary appear extraordinary. Who knew an artichoke could sound so noble? That socks could sound so integral to the human experience?
Students then wrote their own odes to ordinary things. Or, they continued working on their gender poems. Or, they read their totally amazing, can't-put-it-down-it's-so-good Lit. Circle book. They are so good, right? So good... you just can't put it down it's so good.
Please be ready to discuss your latest chunk with your group on Monday.
Also, please remember that I expect you to submit a poem for the Voice of the Mind contest.
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