Poetry Out Loud is about taking a well-known poem and making it your own. When you commit a poem to memory, you let every word become a part of you. The words and images in the poem are now ingrained in your brain - connections are formed between your memory of the poem and memories of your own life experiences. This is why choosing a poem that you feel strongly about is crucial to a successful performance.
Write several paragraphs about your poem selection. Include the title and poet and discuss its meaning and its relevance to your own life. Discuss how you intend to convey the meaning of the poem with your voice, face, and gestures. Be specific and detailed in your writing - demonstrate and in-depth knowledge and passion for the poem you have chosen.
The Donkey by G.K. Chesterton
I find it difficult to convey what I feel about this poem because all I remember is reading the poem and it meeting a few criteria. Was semi short and looked easy to memorize. After I began reading this poem several times I realized it has a deeper meaning. I hope to convey the meaning when I speak in the competition so no point in ruining it now. As I have continued to learn it is like the poem is speaking to me trying to make sure I know learn something. But I don't know how long it will take me to understand this. My time grows short and thus I will not be able to write the "paragraphs" but at least this much is done and I know the reciting of my poem will be good.
