Naomi Shihab Nye reads "Separation Wall"

The poem 'Separation Wall' from 'The Tiny Journalist' is read to highlight the numerous separations and walls in today's world. It uses metaphors like sour milk and cucumbers to explore themes of identity and normalcy. The speaker reflects on personal experiences and perceptions, questioning what it means to be seen as normal. The poem ends with a hopeful vision for future generations, imagining a world beyond the walls, filled with possibilities and learning.

What does the speaker suggest about separations and walls in the world?

How does the speaker feel when asked to slice cucumbers?

What does the grandmother's response reveal about her feelings of normalcy?

What does the speaker wish for the babies regarding their future?

What imagery does the speaker use to describe the other side of the wall?