Parent Guide > Poem of the One World
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "Poem of the One World" by Mary Oliver.
In "Poem of the One World," a speaker reflects on their relationship with the natural world.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Beauty & Happiness and Human vs. Nature as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How can we achieve happiness?", "How do we define beauty?", and "How do we view nature?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this poem at home:
- What was "Poem of the One World" about?
- What did you learn about Beauty & Happiness?
- What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: