April is National Poetry Month! All month long, schools, libraries, and universities around the world celebrate the art of poetry.
I put together a Google slideshow of "A Poem A Day," which offers a new selection each school day for your students to enjoy. There are also activities and read-alouds to go along with them. Some selections are a great review of figurative language before milestones. Bookmark this slideshow so you can refer to it throughout the month as you see fit. April 29th is Poem in Your Pocket Day, and I'll be in touch with some more fun activities to share with your students.
Any budding TMSA poets? Check out these poetry contests:
PoeticPower.com - For grades K-9; deadline April 8
Kids' Poetry Club - For all grades; theme: Friends & Family; deadline April 30
Any budding TMSA poets? Check out these poetry contests:
PoeticPower.com - For grades K-9; deadline April 8
Kids' Poetry Club - For all grades; theme: Friends & Family; deadline April 30
Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs - For ages 11-18; theme: Water Rising; deadline June 14
FanStory.com - For all ages, many themes available; various deadlines
If you'd like any poetry books, I have some great selections. Come visit me in the media center!
If you'd like any poetry books, I have some great selections. Come visit me in the media center!
Thanks,
Ms. Taylor
The Main Street Academy
The Main Street Academy
Media Specialist