The Poet's Heart: Sarika Singh on the Power of Poetry in Education

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Have you ever felt a poem tug at your heartstrings, or stumbled upon lines of verse that perfectly captured your emotions? Today's podcast is a treasure for anyone who’s ever been moved by the power of poetry. We’re joined by the poet Sarika Singh, whose insights into the transformative impact of poetry on education are nothing short of inspirational. Together, we explore the emotional journey of poetic expression and its ability to connect us to our shared humanity.
Poetry is often seen as an enigma, a puzzle that only a selected few can unlock. But as Sarika and I unravel the myths surrounding this timeless art form, we discover that the poet within us is just waiting to be set free. In this heartfelt exchange, we talk about the universal appeal of poetry and the importance of creating spaces where everyone can enjoy the liberating power of poetic creation. Our discussion navigates the strategies to foster personal expression and connect with contemporary works, ensuring that poetry can be more than an academic exercise — it can be a source of pure joy and unity.
The episode culminates with powerful accounts of writing’s extraordinary influence on young lives. We share the stories of two students whose experiences with writing reveal its capacity to be a coping mechanism and a pathway to self-discovery.
To learn more about Sarika Singh, go to sarikasingh.in and listen to her podcast series, "Communicate 101: Speaking Writing Tips."

The Haze

I tried so hard to wipe it clean

To bring the window back its sheen,

I rubbed hard, it stayed undone

Alas, it still looked a hazy sun.
I wet my cloth to clean this time

Imagining now all would be fine,

I wiped again with all my might

My glass was fuzzy though sun was bright.
The haze kept growing further some more

My pulse was fast, my hands were sore,

The view distorted more than before

I ogled frozen at the smoggy outdoor.
Suddenly I felt my cheeks were wet

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The music in this podcast was written and performed by Brandon Picciolini of the Lonesome Family Band. Visit and follow him on Instagram.
My publications:
America's Embarrassing Reading Crisis: What we learned from COVID, A guide to help educational leaders, teachers, and parents change the game, is available on Amazon, Kindle, and Audible, and iTunes.
My Weekly Writing Journal: 15 Weeks of Writing for Primary Grades on Amazon.
World of Words: A Middle School Writing Notebook Using...

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1. The Poet's Heart: Sarika Singh on the Power of Poetry in Education (00:00:00)

2. Topic Introduction: Poetry in Education + Research (00:00:32)

3. Introduction Sarika Singh (00:02:51)

4. Importance for Students (00:09:41)

5. Why Do Some Prefer and Some Avoid Poetry? (00:11:30)

6. How to Draw Out the Poet in People (00:13:26)

7. How Has Poetry Helped Students? (00:18:10)

8. Awards and Biggest Reward (00:20:56)

9. Recommendations to Parents, Teachers, and Students (00:22:31)

10. The Haze, a Poem By Sarika (00:25:14)

11. Call to Action (00:27:27)

12. Wrap Up (00:27:38)