This month I’m posting new releases in poetry that I’ve read and enjoyed.
Bob Raczka’s Wet Cement is delightful collection of concrete poems. A whimsical blend of words and art. A must-have for every library. My favorites were “Hanger” and “Corners.”
Loved this book!… Read More
George Ella Lyon’s “Where I’m From” is one of my most favorite poems ever. I love the cadence and imagery. I love the specifics of it. I use this poem a lot when I’m doing poetry workshops. I also used it as inspiration for the opening poem in Caminar.… Read More
It’s National Poetry Month!
Do you know about Poetry Out Loud? Go learn about it, if not. Either way, enjoy Youssef Biaz reading the poem “Mrs. Kirkorian” by Sharon Olds.
I’ll be celebrating on the blog all month long with poetry related fun.
Let’s get started by looking at some covers from new releases in poetry:
I am excited to read these!!
Today a book is born.
Run out and buy a copy. Or three. Or seven.
If you’re an educator, I have an Educator’s Guide all ready for you right here.
I had the good pleasure of working with authors and poets Sarah Ellis, Sharon Darrow… Read More
I’m a big fan of Joyce Sidman’s books. Take a look at this wonderful website put together by teachers who are using her books to combine art, science, and poetry in the classroom. Spoiler alert: Art+Science+Poetry=Magic.
Today’s featured book is Winter Bees by Joyce Sidman. Illustrated by Rick Allen.
I can’t help but mention another Joyce Sidman book. (She’s obviously one of my favorite poets!) This book is a collection of perfect–the poems, the facts, the illustrations–all marvelous.
Classroom Activity: There’s a pantoum in this collection! … Read More
Today’s featured book is Audacity by Melanie Crowder.
This is a novel in verse that is a wonderful collection of stand-alone poems that string together to tell an important story.
Two of my favorite poems:
Classroom Activity: Have students research the life of Clara Lemlich or another … Read More
I love when someone writes the heck out of a sentence. On Thursdays, I try to post some of my favorites.
“Basketball Rule #8
Sometimes
you have to
lean back
a little
and
fade away
to get
the best
shot.”
~Kwame Alexander’s The Crossover
Today’s featured book is Joyce Sidman’s Song of the Water Boatman.
I love how she blends poetry with facts. This collection is one of my favorites.
Classroom Activity: “The Season’s Campaign” is a poem that covers the life cycle of a cattail–told through the four different seasons. Have students write … Read More