7 ways to celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day. Includes free printable poetry bookmarks!
Poetry
5 poetry writing prompts for kids
Using these poetry writing prompts, kids create fun or silly poems that include alliteration or rhyme.
How to write a cinquain poem
With just 11 words and 5 short lines, a cinquain poem is compact and loaded with descriptive words!
Kids’ poetry activities from Pinterest
Pinterest is filled with resources, tips, and ideas to use in your homeschool. Since April is National Poetry Month, what better time to share a few favorite poetry activities from our Pinterest Poetry Board? While reading and listening to poems, creating poetry...
How to write Christmas shape poems
CHRISTMAS themes make writing activities a whole lot merrier! If you’re looking for a poetry lesson with a holiday twist, then gather the kids for an hour of writing Christmas shape poems. Last month we spotlighted rhyming poetry activities. Today we’re excited about...
Poem in Your Pocket Day
Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day with favorite poetry book resources and hands-on activities!
Poetry links and resources
As we continue celebrating National Poetry Month, I'd like to share a few more great (and free) online poetry links and resources with you. Poetry Links Poetry-Writing Workshop with Karla Kuskin - Children's poet Karla Kuskin helps children turn their words and ideas...
Experiencing poetry with children
I'm excited to welcome Mystie Winckler as a guest blogger today as we continue celebrating National Poetry Month. POETRY IS a wonderful component to add to our school days. It develops language patterns, listening skills, and complex thinking ability. Andrew Pudewa...
Creative writing center | Homeschool writing activities
Do you have a creative writing center in your home? Don't let the name fool you: these centers are both flexible and portable---whether you have a dedicated school room or you homeschool all over the house! A homeschool creative writing center lets kids practice...
How to write a Christmas carol haiku
For a holiday twist on the traditional haiku poem, invite your children to use the familiar pattern to write a Christmas carol haiku.
Writing haiku poetry
Haiku poems capture a moment in a handful of words and celebrate the beauty of nature!
13 warning signs of a bad poetry contest
Are your children interested in entering poetry contests? Don’t fall prey to a slick scam!
Write a Christmas cinquain poem
Christmas cinquain poems are a fun twist on a familiar poetry pattern. Try one!
The joy of writing
Yesterday morning I stumbled upon this poem by Wislawa Szymborska, who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1996. I've been thinking a lot lately about descriptive writing and its ability to create impressions, stir emotions, and intimately transport the reader...
Simple words…
Life is fragile. Loss runs deep. An email this morning from my son-in-law's sister reminded me of this as she reflected on what would have been her little boy's first birthday. Stillborn, Brayden entered this world a year ago today. His short life has deeply impacted...
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