Key learning points

1. Poems can be published with illustrations or art work to help the reader engage with the poetry further.
2. Performing a poem requires the performer to use their voice to make the poem interesting to listen to.
3. Performing a poem requires the performer to use facial expressions to bring the poem to life.
4. Performing a poem requires the performer to use their body to make the performance exciting to watch.

Keywords

• Publishing - the process of producing written content to become available for an audience

• Illustrations - visual elements such as drawings, paintings or images that accompany a text

• Performance - the presentation of a poem in front of an audience, using voice, gestures and expressions

Common misconception