Amanda Gorman’s (Inaugural Youth Poet Laureate) Poem ‘The Hill We Climb’ Resources and More

Inaugural Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman recited a moving and profound poem ‘The Hill We Climb’ at the Presidential Inauguration. This astounding piece of prose, can be a valuable learning opportunity for children.

We’ve learned that quiet isn’t always peace.
In the norms and notions of what just is, isn’t always justice.

Amanda Gorman, 2021 Inauguration

Here are a few learning guides and resources for parents and teachers.

• Learning Guide by PBS
  • Grades: 6th-12th grade
  • 50-60 minute lesson

• Lesson Plan from Tolerance.org
  • Includes brief overview of inaugural poem
  • Includes other poems that use creative expression with respect to democracy

• Lesson of the Day by The New York Times
  • Background on Amanda Gorman
  • Occasional Poetry
  • Poets from previous inaugurations

To compose a country, committed to all cultures, colors, characters, and conditions of man.

Amanda Gorman, 2021 Inauguration

Amanda Gorman also has a children’s picture book titled, CHANGE SINGS that will be published later this year!

CHANGE SINGS: A children’s anthem is a lyrical picture book that inspires readers to use their voices to take action. It is published by Penguin Randomhouse and will be released on September 21, 2021.

PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY

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To read a full transcript of Gorman’s poem, click here

Enjoy!

Maya