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Performing Poems

You’ve probably recited a poem before, reading it aloud for others to hear. But have you ever performed a poem? You act it out like a mini-play. Performing a poem makes it fun for you and for your audience.

Bringing It to Life

To perform a poem, you just need to find a poem you like, grab a few friends, divide up lines, and practice reading them. You also add movements that will make your classmates laugh and cheer. This chapter shows how.