THAT SWEET DIAMOND: BASEBALL POEMS
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A. BIBLIOGRAPHY
B. CRITICAL ANALYSIS AND REVIEW
In this collection of poems about America's favorite sport, Janeczko highlights all of the intricate and moving parts of a baseball game. The poems describe each facet of the game, and he creates a true account of every piece of the game.
This book will certainly be enjoyed by young adults and children who enjoy the sport of baseball, and they will appreciate the athletic wisdom that Janeczko exhibits in this collection. While the poems are geared towards baseball enthusiasts, it is still easy to enjoy his interpretation of the game. For anyone who has ever participated in the game or simply attended a game, his poems have an authentic account of how the game is played, and how the players play, how the crowd behaves, and even how spit may fly during the game. Janeczko also brings in history, as he retells how a fan was born on the day of opening for Yankee Stadium.
The artwork is an impressionistic style, and it is gentle throughout the book. It is a very enjoyable addition to the content of the poetry, and brings a sense of nostalgia to a true baseball lover. This is a wonderful choice for any young reader who is looking for subject specific poetry, and may bring poetry to a reader who may not be a "fan" of it.
This book will certainly be enjoyed by young adults and children who enjoy the sport of baseball, and they will appreciate the athletic wisdom that Janeczko exhibits in this collection. While the poems are geared towards baseball enthusiasts, it is still easy to enjoy his interpretation of the game. For anyone who has ever participated in the game or simply attended a game, his poems have an authentic account of how the game is played, and how the players play, how the crowd behaves, and even how spit may fly during the game. Janeczko also brings in history, as he retells how a fan was born on the day of opening for Yankee Stadium.
The artwork is an impressionistic style, and it is gentle throughout the book. It is a very enjoyable addition to the content of the poetry, and brings a sense of nostalgia to a true baseball lover. This is a wonderful choice for any young reader who is looking for subject specific poetry, and may bring poetry to a reader who may not be a "fan" of it.
C. SPOTLIGHT POEM AND POETRY BREAK
SIGNS
The third-base coach
peers
shrugs
(scratches)
brushes his sleeves
encourages
claps
cheers
tugs one earlobe
the the other
whistles
(scratches)
exhorts
rubs his hands
hollers paces gazes
turns his back.
The batter steps out:
he needs to see
them all again.
At the beginning of baseball season, read the poem aloud to the students. Tell them that on the second reading, to act out the actions of the third-base coach. Read it a third time for a better result. After, play video of a real-life third base coach! Discuss what the "signs" might mean.
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