I think that kids should be taught poetry at a much earlier age than junior high school. Among other things it would help early memory development, which would no doubt help kids in most other subjects. It would help kids to understand the subtleties of language before they are expected to understand classics, unlike most schooling today. I mean, understanding poetry is something so rare yet so appreciated by people who matter; it helps with the study of all literature. Finally, it would help today’s kids to appreciate words. With all of the text slang and instant messenger punctuation running rampant in teenage society today, having an appreciation for the thoughtful use of words and punctuation would be a shield against stupidity.
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