"But we're tired, and exhausted, from trying to be something we're not." Insecurity from body image can play a significant role in adolescence and into adulthood. Watch as two young poets tackle this issue head on through the creative and thought-provoking medium of spoken word. Try using this resource to begin a creative writing unit, or to prompt discussion regarding our attention to body image in our society.

Concepts

adolescence, body image, peer pressure, social skills

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Additional Tags

body image, adolescence, peer pressure, social development, english language arts

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Pros

• Appropriate for viewers of different ages and learning styles
• Illustrates alternative medium of expression

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.8.5 SL.9-10.3 SL.11-12.3