Literacy
workshops
Poetry and the Pits
Explore the poem Coal not Dole by Kay Sutcliffe based on the personal experiences of modern miners. Share read and identify emotive language within the poem, using visualization to inspire follow up writing. Use exaggerated theatrical reading to perform aspects of the poem. Be prepared to discuss and debate!
Suggested Audience
UKS2 – KS4+
Activity
Drama, brain storming, group and individual reflection.
Curriculum Links
History, Geography, Science, Citizenship, PHSE, Literary, Art.