It’s almost summer! It’s time to kick off those winter boots and let our summer feet run free! And what better way to celebrate the coming days of summer than with a poem! As you will see, my feet are pretty happy about the changing of the season!
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April 16th marks a special day for book lovers and knowledge seekers everywhere: National Librarian Day! It’s a day to celebrate the incredible individuals who dedicate their lives to connecting us with information, stories, and community. And let’s be honest, where would we be without them?
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Today, I’m excited to introduce you to the incredibly talented Lee Wardlaw and her delightful poetry book for babies, My Book of Firsts: Poems Celebrating a Baby’s Milestones. This charming collection beautifully captures the essence of those fleeting moments that parents cherish, from the first day to first steps. In addition to this wonderful book, I’m thrilled to share an insightful interview where we get to peek inside Lee’s creative process and discover the inspiration behind her writing. Join us as we explore her thoughts, techniques, and the heartfelt journey that led to the creation of this fabulous book that not only entertains but also helps to celebrate the victories in a baby’s early life!
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🎄What better way to celebrate the holiday season than with poetry? Okay, and chocolate, gotta have chocolate! 🙂 As we gather around the glowing lights and the warmth of our homes, the spirit of the season calls us to reflect on the moments that bring us joy and connection. Today is the first day of winter so I’m sharing one of my favorite cozy, winter poems.
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We’ve all been there, pen in hand, waiting for a poem to arrive. Poetry prompts are a great way to get the juices flowing on those inevitable days when a poem doesn’t show up.
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There is something about writing an ode that makes me feel silly. I suppose it’s because the dramatic flair of the form forces this introvert to go all “theatrical.” It pushes me far from my comfort zone. With that said, today, I’m sharing a bit more about this ancient poetry form as well as an ode I wrote this week.
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We’ve all been there, pen in hand, waiting for a poem to arrive. Poetry prompts are a great way to get the juices flowing on those inevitable days when a poem doesn’t show up.
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We’ve all been there, pen in hand, waiting for a poem to arrive. Poetry prompts are a great way to get the juices flowing on those inevitable days when a poem doesn’t show up.
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A mask poem (also called a Persona) is written from the point of view of an object, an animal, or a person (other than yourself). Can you guess the subject of the three mask poems below? Read the poems then click the right arrow for the answers.
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