His Relation to the Learner Profile & Why he should be in the IBMYP Program
Silverstein writing relates to the IB program immensely. He, being an inquirer, shows curiosity towards topics that the normal human being doesn’t think of. Some of his writing refers to species that we have never heard of. Some of the more popular poems with animals are “Bear In There”, and “People Zoo”. Another one of my favourites is “HELP”, which is about a person that wants to but is afraid to help a unicorn that has his horn stuck in a tree. This would help the kids learns how to use their imagination and be curious. They would learn how to explore the depths of their brain that they wouldn’t usually explore. He writes about topics passionately, making him knowledgeable. Of course, most of his writing is fiction, but that shows he’s a real thinker. Students would learn how to ‘feel’ what they’d be writing and be passionate about their work, instead of just writing on and on in a factual way.
Silverstein’s also a communicator because he expresses some of his opinions and beliefs in various ways throughout his pieces. Shel is open-minded, because he never criticizes based on race, sex, culture or religion in his poems. He is a huge risk-taker and has done well in his profession. He defends his beliefs and tales by converting them into poems. Every book is a risk taken, and he always does well. Children love his creativity and so do older kids, like me. He should be part of the IB curriculum.
Silverstein’s also a communicator because he expresses some of his opinions and beliefs in various ways throughout his pieces. Shel is open-minded, because he never criticizes based on race, sex, culture or religion in his poems. He is a huge risk-taker and has done well in his profession. He defends his beliefs and tales by converting them into poems. Every book is a risk taken, and he always does well. Children love his creativity and so do older kids, like me. He should be part of the IB curriculum.
Imagination.
Shel Silverstein’s works are very deep and well thought about. They are full of imagination and will help build and grow children’s imaginations. Have you ever heard someone say “Sorry, I really can’t help you, I have a really bad imagination”? Understanding his poems will help this, influence and develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and creative young learners who will strive to create a better, happier world. They will learn to respect other people’s thoughts and ideas, no matter how crazy and insane they are. They will always remember how far Silverstein’s ideas got and for that reason they won’t give up what they believe in. Students will eventually learn that other people’s ideas might work best and still be right.
Especially since now the IBMYP will have grade 6s too, and the people selected will surely be bright and willing to learn. It will be exciting to see how fast their little minds pick up all these traits; you will be able to visually see the difference in their work! If the grade 6-ers learn to be creative and think about ways they can stretch their work to make it even better, they will carry that skill for the rest of their lives. Some ways you would see are: new vocabulary; new approaches taken; a (happier) change of personality; and a newer, more positive attitude towards school!
Writing poems that are influenced by his work will encourage students and teach them to learn from others (to learn to learn). Silverstein’s work is very intriguing and will make students want to learn and read more. IBMYPs will thoroughly develop their “human ingenuity” skills, too. This will allow students to be an expert on the evolution, processes, and products of human creativity. They will learn to appreciate and practice their ability to influence, transform, improve, and enjoy their lives.
Especially since now the IBMYP will have grade 6s too, and the people selected will surely be bright and willing to learn. It will be exciting to see how fast their little minds pick up all these traits; you will be able to visually see the difference in their work! If the grade 6-ers learn to be creative and think about ways they can stretch their work to make it even better, they will carry that skill for the rest of their lives. Some ways you would see are: new vocabulary; new approaches taken; a (happier) change of personality; and a newer, more positive attitude towards school!
Writing poems that are influenced by his work will encourage students and teach them to learn from others (to learn to learn). Silverstein’s work is very intriguing and will make students want to learn and read more. IBMYPs will thoroughly develop their “human ingenuity” skills, too. This will allow students to be an expert on the evolution, processes, and products of human creativity. They will learn to appreciate and practice their ability to influence, transform, improve, and enjoy their lives.