Best Poem Analysis Podcasts (2024)

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Classroom Management- Month 2 (Classwork, Homework, Consequences) 31:44

24m ago31:44

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Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the second in the series. As a teacher of over thirty years, I’ve mentored many new teachers both officially and unofficially. By far, the biggest question and concern I’ve heard is getting a…

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Inconsistent Miracles in Danez Smith's 'dear white america' 37:01

3h ago37:01

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In this week’s episode of “Beyond the Verse,” the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com and Poetry+, Joe and Maiya explore the poem ‘dear white america’ by Danez Smith, a powerful piece by one of the most influential contemporary poets. They discuss ‘dear white america’ (2017), examining not only the systemic injustices and racial trauma addressed i…

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Dragon: the Old Potter's Tale by Ryunosuke Akutagawa - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 18:16

1d ago18:16

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below!Ryunosuke Akutagawa Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Swl-3ma8Lk&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YD4J02nxwzNMelsm5Cv5Ld_✨Do you have a Short Story or Novel you'd think…

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Curriculum Map for Middle School ELA - Month 2 (Grammar, Vocabulary, Character Analysis) 27:51

5d ago27:51

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If you are struggling with how to plan your year or just need some fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating a curriculum map for your middle school ELA classes. We will discuss: Integrating Grammar Integrating Vocabulary Main Unit - Character Analysis Starting First Chapter Fridays Let's connect! …

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The Spade, The Pen and The Gun: 'Digging' through the Past with Seamus Heaney 35:39

2h ago35:39

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In this week's episode of “Beyond the Verse,” the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com and Poetry+, Joe and Maiya explore the poem 'Digging' by Seamus Heaney, a poem from one of the most revered Irish poets of all time. They discuss 'Digging' (1966), exploring not only the cultural inheritances imbued in the poem, but the physical manifestations of…

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The Gift of the Magi by O'Henry - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 22:30

7d ago22:30

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today let's talk about "The Gift of the Magi" by O'Henry. O'Henry Playlist: Coming Soon!✨Do you have a Short Story or Novel you'd think we'd like or would want…

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'The Road Not Taken': (Mis)Understanding Robert Frost 38:17

7d ago38:17

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I shall be telling this with a sigh / Somewhere ages and ages hence: / Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— / I took the one less traveled by, / And that has made all the difference. In this week's episode of “Beyond the Verse,” the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com and Poetry+, Joe and Maiya explore the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost…

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Classroom Management Plan - Month 1 (Getting Started) 28:24

20d ago28:24

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Join me in this year-long series on classroom management. Each month, we will look at tips and tricks for creating a better classroom management plan. This is the first of the series. As a teacher of over thirty years, I’ve mentored many new teachers both officially and unofficially. By far, the biggest question and concern I’ve heard is getting a …

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Maya Angelou's 'Still I Rise': Remaking, Recycling, and the Language of Erasure 47:56

16d ago47:56

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'You may write me down in history / with your bitter, twisted lies. / You may trod me in the very dirt. / But still, like dust, I'll rise.' In this week's episode of “Beyond the Verse,” the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com and Poetry+, Joe and Maiya explore the monumental career and work of Maya Angelou, commemorating 10 years since her passing…

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Faulkner in August, Ulysses, Books, Krypto Moved 26:34

23d ago26:34

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below!✨Do you have a Short Story or Novel you'd think we'd like or would want to see us cover? ☕️ Buy Us a Coffee/Support my Channel!: https://ko-fi.com/thecodexcanti…

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Curriculum Map for Middle School ELA - Month 1 (Getting Started, Personal Narrative) 25:57

28d ago25:57

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If you are struggling with how to plan your year or just need some fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating a curriculum map for your middle school ELA classes. We will discuss: Getting Started - Back to School Main Unit - Personal Narrative Starting First Chapter Fridays Let's connect! Membership…

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Journeying into Poetry: Answering Poetry+ User Questions 40:23

1M ago40:23

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of “Beyond the Verse,” the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com and Poetry+. In this first episode, Joe and Maiya share their personal paths to poetry, revealing how influential teachers and early literary successes sparked their enduring love for the art form. They discuss their academic backgrounds in English lite…

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The Enormous Radio by John Cheever - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 13:52

1M ago13:52

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! "The Enormous Radio" by John Cheever.John Cheever Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjbKalXQhI8&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YD6iPWwn1gby6HECTTJ9LG7✨Do you have a S…

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A Supermarket in California by Allen Ginsberg - Poem Summary, Analysis, Interpretation 15:50

1M ago15:50

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk "A Supermarket in California" by Allen Ginsberg.Allen Ginsberg Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFMMsh0bZr4&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YC-IzwfB0U7yEDL…

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Death and the Compass by Jorge Luis Borges - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 15:33

26d ago15:33

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below!Jorge Luis Borges Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXoDmYk4d3U&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YAvL0XGmv4GkzbiQ9atSJJgLabyrinths Playlists: https://www.youtube.com/wat…

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Death Register by Ryunosuke Akutagawa - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 11:14

2M ago11:14

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about a mother's role, death, and time with "Death Register" by Ryunosuke Akutagawa.Ryunosuke Akutagawa playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4S…

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Dark they Were, and Golden-Eyed by Ray Bradbury - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 14:56

2M ago14:56

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about "Dark they Were, and Golden-Eyed" by Ray Bradbury!Ray Bradbury Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJn1oGhk1Uo&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YB91u3zBw…

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The Chameleon by Anton Chekhov - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 8:51

2M ago8:51

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today we discuss "The Chameleon" by Anton Chekhov. Anton Chekhov playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7cp5AOk0jg&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YCv7SwjKQiStbL6odWh3305✨…

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EPISODE 48: End of Year Countdown - 1 Week to Go! 23:33

3M ago23:33

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The end of year countdown is on! You feel like you should be winding down, but as every educator knows, this is crunch time. You are working harder than ever, yet your list keeps getting longer and longer. How to handle it? Read here for your end of year countdown with 1 week left of school. We will discuss: Finishing grading Getting your room in o…

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Ligeia by Edgar Allan Poe - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 21:29

2M ago21:29

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today we talk about Edgar Allan Poe's "Ligeia". Let's talk about religious comparisons, trauma, and more.Edgar Allan Poe Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watc…

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EPISODE 47: End of the Year Teacher Checklist - 2 Weeks to Go! 27:57

3M ago27:57

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It’s the end of the school year, and you are feeling frazzled. You are trying to get things done on your end-of-the-year teacher checklist, but it somehow just keeps getting longer and longer. The answer? A solid plan where you map out your end-of-the-year teacher checklist a month before school ends. Read here for your plan with 2 weeks left of sc…

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I Died for Beauty by Emily Dickinson - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 14:49

2M ago14:49

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about "I Died for Beauty -- but was Scarce" by Emily Dickinson today!Emily Dickinson Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xru3yRIG9KM&list=PLHg…

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EPISODE 46: End of Year Teacher Checklist: 3 Weeks to Go! - Part 2 of a Month-long countdown to the End of the Year 14:11

3M ago14:11

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It’s the end of the school year, and teachers everywhere are feeling the pressure. You are tending to your end-of-year teacher checklist, but it seems to be growing rather than shrinking. The answer? A solid plan where you map out your end-of-year teacher tasks a month before school ends. Read here for your plan with 3 weeks left of school. We will…

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How It Feels to be Colored Me by Zora Neale Hurston - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 17:15

3M ago17:15

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today we discuss and react to "How it Feels to be Colored Me" by Zora Neale HurstonZora Neale Hurston Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnsKMRaAmzg&lis…

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EPISODE 45: TACKLING THE END OF YEAR SUCCESSFULLY: 5 TEACHER TASKS - Part 1 of a Month-long countdown to the End of the Year 22:57

3M ago22:57

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It’s the end of the school year, and teachers everywhere are feeling the pressure. You are tending to your “to-do” list, but it seems to get exponentially bigger even while you are working hard. The answer? A solid plan where you map out your end-of-year teacher tasks a month before school ends. Listen here for your plan with 4 weeks left of school…

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Reacting to our first youtube videos 41:21

3M ago41:21

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below!✨Do you have a Short Story or Novel you'd think we'd like or would want to see us cover? ☕️ Buy Us a Coffee/Support my Channel!: https://ko-fi.com/thecodexcanti…

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EPISODE 44: 5 Amazing Novels in Verse for Middle School 14:27

4M ago14:27

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April is National Poetry Month, but it doesn't have to be April to introduce your students to novels in verse. Novels in verse appeal to students because they tend to move quickly and are told in rhythmic, interesting ways. Introducing your students to quality novels in this genre is a great addition to your poetry unit, and in my opinion, a great …

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Maybe a April - May TBR In-Person || Spring 2024 18:24

3M ago18:24

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below!✨Do you have a Short Story or Novel you'd think we'd like or would want to see us cover? ☕️ Buy Us a Coffee/Support my Channel!: https://ko-fi.com/thecodexcanti…

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EPISODE 43: The 10 Best Poems for Poetry Analysis in Middle School 29:37

4M ago29:37

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If you teach poetry in your middle school ELA class, you know it can be a struggle. Kids often go into your poetry lessons with the attitude that poems are not interesting, they are hard to write, and that it’s too difficult to understand poems. It's therefore imperative to begin with poems that are engaging and will hook them right away. I have 10…

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EPISODE 42: The 10 Best Songs for Poetry Analysis in Middle School 22:39

4M ago22:39

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If you teach poetry in your middle school ELA class, you know it can be a struggle. Kids often go into your poetry lessons with the attitude that poems are not interesting, they are hard to write, and that it’s too difficult to understand poems. The answer? Start with songs for poetry analysis. Since I’ve never met a middle schooler who hasn’t obse…

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Indian Camp by Ernest Hemingway - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 18:30

4M ago18:30

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about "Indian Camp" by Ernest Hemingway!Ernest Hemingway Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Oa13cjNZqw&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YB0TTfiXg0X_juRB2-Gly…

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The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 19:39

4M ago19:39

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about fate, shortcuts, and fixing mistakes with "The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs today!W. W. Jacobs Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWFt…

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EPISODE 41: Poetry Analysis for Middle School in 4 Easy Steps 14:28

4M ago14:28

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I might be in the minority, but I absolutely love teaching poetry. I especially love having kids write poems because I get to know my students on a deeper and more meaningful level. One of the steps to becoming a good poet is to be a good reader of poetry. However, many middle school kids don’t know where to start. Therefore, you need a good plan o…

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To the Virgins pt.1: Carpe diem & The meaning of Time 43:29

4M ago43:29

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Hello Lovely Listener! Links mentioned in the episode: Asclepiades poems The Mellarium 2centspnf is excited to partner up with Magic Mind! Coinciding with our thematic analysis of Carpe diem, I detail my formula for seizing the day and Magic Mind is a key player in giving me the boost I need. A two ounce shot features nootropic and adaptogens like;…

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A Journey by Edith Wharton - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 17:27

4M ago17:27

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about grief and marriage with "A Journey" by Edith Wharton today.Edith Wharton Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTBLkf94BU0&list=PLHg_kbfrA…

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EPISODE 40: How to Easily Write 5 Engaging Types of Poems 14:28

4M ago14:28

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Teaching poetry...we either love it or hate it. I'm in the "love" category. Why? Poems are simply songs without the music...and middle schoolers love music. Once they understand that, and once we simplify the poetry writing process, they usually are in the "love" category as well. One way to simplify the process is by giving kids specific types of …

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The Sound Machine by Roald Dahl - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 17:49

5M ago17:49

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about "The Sound Machine" by Roald Dahl today.Roald Dahl playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is12ApKN6f4&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YAuIJbftoUQqoRVtULh0_…

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EPISODE 39: Teaching Poetry to Middle Schoolers in 5 Simple Steps 18:32

5M ago18:32

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Teaching poetry to middle schoolers might seem complicated, but there are so many ways to do this simply and effectively. I have found that my kids (and I) enjoy this unit more than any other unit. And, I love to incorporate poetry throughout the year so that kids will understand it better and see how valuable it is. If you’re ready to get started,…

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The South by Jorge Luis Borges - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 15:03

5M ago15:03

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today we talk about "The South" by Jorge Luis Borges. A story with multiple threads delving into the mind, reality, and idealized visions of oneself. Jorge Lui…

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EPISODE 38: Literacy Center Ideas for Middle School 15:22

5M ago15:22

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When you think of centers, you typically think of little kids, glue, construction paper, and a big mess. As a former first-grade teacher, I can certainly tell you that this is the absolute truth! But centers are NOT just for elementary school. In fact, one of the best literacy center ideas for middle school is for teaching reading skills and strate…

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The Lady with the Pet Dog by Joyce Carol Oates - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 17:48

5M ago17:48

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about "The Lady with the Pet Dog" by Joyce Carol Oates today! We will also briefly discuss it with Anton Chekhov's story of a similar name. Link to …

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EPISODE 37: Ace Your Teacher Performance Assessment 16:46

5M ago16:46

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Your teacher performance assessment can feel dreadful. Maybe it’s planned, and maybe you know there is one more left. Either way, you’ll need a shift in mindset will get you to understand how to showcase your strengths to your administrator. Although teacher observations can be very stressful, these "no fail” tips will help you to impress your admi…

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Zimmer Land by Nana Kwame Adjey Brenyah - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review (Friday Black) 29:50

5M ago29:50

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk about "Zimmer Land" from Black Friday by Nana Kwame Adjey Brenyah.Nana Kwame Adjey Brenyah Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbRSPW0hi04&lis…

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Women by Alice Walker - Poem Summary, Analysis, Reading 13:26

6M ago13:26

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today we discuss "Women" by Alice Walker.Alice Walker Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtzW3Qx6Ajk&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YAW5haYZU3jP59b75dSu8_s✨Do you have…

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What I Have Been Doing Lately –Jamaica Kincaid - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 14:34

6M ago14:34

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today we discuss "What I Have Been Doing Lately" by Jamaica Kincaid.Jamaica Kincaid Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmkPonC2hHc&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YBCgP…

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Uncle Wellington's Wives by Charles W. Chesnutt- Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 21:10

6M ago21:10

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Let's talk "Uncle Wellington's Wives" by Charles W. Chesnutt!Charles W. Chesnutt Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBZ95ldBQwo&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YBX548f8…

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Still I Rise by Maya Angelou - Poem Summary, Analysis, Review 12:15

6M ago12:15

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today we react to the poem "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou.Maya Angelou Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YCogbSuQI4&list=PLHg_kbfrA7YCg9PtpqUOQRVaw_91…

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EPISODE 36: Tips to Teach Theme in Middle School - Part 7 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series 18:47

6M ago18:47

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If you are a middle school language arts teacher, then you teach reading skills. There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the seventh and final episode in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers. This episode focuses on how to teach theme. Teaching theme in literatu…

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Cannibalism in the Cars by Mark Twain - Short Story Summary, Analysis, Review 17:04

6M ago17:04

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Welcome to the CodeX Cantina where our mission is to get more people talking about books! Was there a theme or meaning you wanted us to talk about further? Let us know in the comments below! Today we talk about "Cannibalism in the Cars" by Mark Twain. It was recommended by us to check out as a great satire of American politics. Mark Twain Playlist:…

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EPISODE 35: Teaching Point of View and Perspective in Middle School - Part 6 of a Teaching Reading Skills Mini Series 15:43

7M ago15:43

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If you are a middle school language arts teacher, then you teach reading skills. There is a certain "finesse" that you will need to do this well at the middle school level. This is the sixth in a mini-series on teaching reading skills to our middle schoolers. This episode focuses on teaching point of view and perspective. Teaching point of view and…

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