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Abstract
Of all the genres in English Literature, Poetry plays a crucial role in human life and it is not only termed as pleasure for reading but also for inculcating human values. Poetry supports and reinforces positive and moral behaviour. There are a number of poems in English Literature that brings happiness and inspiration. There are also many poems of achievements and life-changing experiences. It encourages and nurtures family values. Poems have tremendous possibilities for use in the treatment of mental illness. This paper focuses on enriching the students by teaching poetry at various levels especially to pen new poems. No doubt there are many strategies, however, the teacher encourages delving a little deeper with reading and teaching poetry. So that students will be motivated and inspired to compose poetry.