It’s time for Language Arts and I didn’t think about Poetry fitting into Language Arts although it does. I plan on working with Charlie on Poetry because I’m not sure if he learned Poetry in school. If Charlie did learn Poetry, I am not sure what Charlie remembers. To begin our studies, I would like to remind you it’s National Poetry Month in April and Poem In Your Pocket Day.
Poem in Your Pocket Day 2018 is on April 26 and part of National Poetry Month. On this day, select a poem, carry it with you, and share it with others at schools, bookstores, libraries, parks, workplaces, street corners, and on social media using the hashtag #pocketpoem.
Age Range: 10 and up (Grades 4 and up approximately; children with parental supervision)
At this website, you’ll find 30 free ways to celebrate “National Poetry Month” that runs from April 1st through April 30th.
When you get to the site you’ll see the list of thirty suggestions that include:
- Memorize a poem
- Learn more about poets and poetry events in your state
- Chalk a poem on the sidewalk
- Make a card for Mother’s Day
Click on a post, and a new page opens with greater detail, and some have links to resources to help you implement the suggestions. And that’s just the beginning of what you’ll find at this site.
Use the menu to explore:
- The search engine to look up a favorite poem or poet. In many cases, you can listen to audio clips of poets reading their poetry.
- Get tips for teaching poetry along with lesson plans. Don’t miss “Teach This Poem” that contains a list of favorite poems with links to audio files so you can listen to the poem read aloud.
- Thank you,
- Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
