1. Choose a poem

To make it easier, you’ll find a large collection of poems HERE 

Find a poem that speaks to you, that touches you,

that fits a feeling or an occasion.

A poem that says yes right away while you read it.

2. What is the poem saying to you?

It can also help to write the poem out by hand first.

Then learn the poem by heart—or better yet, by heart

and soul. Record it, play it back, line by line,

stanza by stanza. Sing the poem while doing the

dishes, repeat it on your bike ride or during a walk.

Until you know it inside and out. 

 

3. Bring the poem to life

  Find the right rhythm, tempo, and tone of voice.

Think about your posture too. Perform it for your

housemates, neighbours, in your class, at work,

in a group, or for an imaginary audience.

Organize a gathering or find one to join.

4. And now

you're so excited that you’ll want to start

all over again with learning another poem by heart!