In literature, ‘home’ is often more than a physical place, it’s a metaphor.
With imagery like “handprints on the front steps”, the lyrics to this song evoke a strong feeling of nostalgia. This brokenness inside me might start healing.” “I thought if I could touch this place or feel it “The House That Built Me” by Miranda Lambert Update: Thanks everyone for all the comments and shares! Since this subject resonated so much with y’all I made a sequel post, 15 More Songs to Use in ELA, check it out after you read this one 🙂ġ. Does it go without saying to always preview songs & their videos for content before sharing them? (Just covering myself here, folks!) Music videos can be distracting, and sometimes inappropriate.
Most of the time, students just listen to the music. I’m going to link to the YouTube videos of these songs for your convenience, but please know that I do not always show music videos in my class. Want to expose students to new songs, or make them think about old songs in a completely new way? Using music in the classroom is a great way to engage students, so here are some songs to use in ELA, and some ways to use them.
