| Program Type | Workshop | Residency |
| Art Form | Literary Arts & Storytelling |
| Curriculum/a | Social and Emotional Learning | Language Arts / Literacy |
| Target Grades | Elementary School (1st - 5th grade) | Middle School (6th - 8th grade) | High School (9th - 12th grade) | Young Adult (18 - 21 years old) | Family |
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Testimonial
"I have had the honor and privilege of working and collaborating with Sharmont Influence Little for nearly 20 years. I have witnessed the impact Sharmont has had on both students and educators. His multifaceted approach to creative expression, education, and community organizing has had powerful residual effects on many. Student feedback has included phrases like “Truly inspiring” and “Influence is an incredible poet”
- Sarah J. Bratchell, Certified Art Teacher, Creative Consultant & Artist
- Sarah J. Bratchell, Certified Art Teacher, Creative Consultant & Artist
Description
The workshop includes an introduction to spoken word poetry, based on students' grade and skill levels. The workshops meet the students where they are and builds from that point, incorporating social skills, coping skills and conflict resolution—all while encouraging the confidence to express themselves artistically.
Objectives
Students will learn:
-how to express themselves
-how to use spoken word poetry and personal expression to engage in their learning
-how to use spoken word poetry and personal expression to engage in social and personal issues
-how to express themselves
-how to use spoken word poetry and personal expression to engage in their learning
-how to use spoken word poetry and personal expression to engage in social and personal issues
Pricing Information
Workshops start at $515, pending length of program
For residency, call for pricing
For residency, call for pricing
Program Length
1 to 2.5 hours
Participants
1 to 20 students
Technical Specifications
Writing poetry about social and personal issues can become emotional positively or negatively for some students, and being able to support that student is very important. Teachers or educational supporters should be ready to hear or read things about the students that were unknown and support them through the process.