Session Takeaways

• 1 How can poetry help writers express identity? The conversation explores how poets draw on their experiences and sense of identity to express themselves through writing.
• 2 What can storytelling bring to poetry instruction? Harjo's reflections connect storytelling with cultural experiences and offer a starting point for discussing different perspectives.
• 3 How can teachers encourage students to find their voices? Use the session to introduce discussions and writing activities that invite students to reflect on their own stories and experiences.