This document provides guidance for teaching poetry to young children. It discusses what poetry is, how to introduce a poem, strategies for reading and analyzing a poem with students, and ideas for activities to engage students before, during, and after reading a poem. The key points are: 1) Poetry uses language, imagery, sound, and form to convey intense feelings and leave an impression. It brings the world to life. 2) When introducing a poem, teachers should read it silently, ask questions to understand it, and practice performing it aloud. 3) A poetry lesson involves three phases - introducing the topic, reading and analyzing the poem, and reflecting on what was learned. The document provides example activities for