March into spring with National Poetry Month by Angela Verges – A “novel idea!” or should it be a “poetry idea!”

This morning I came across this blog.  I really love that others are doing and thinking outside of the square.  There are people encouraging  children to read different styles of writing, by creating environments that involve children to participate in the culture of writing. A quote I read yesterday, “to be a good reader you must write and likewise to be a good writer one must read”.  Sadly, I can not remember or find this original post so am unable to acknowledge the author.  These school holidays rather than hearing the “I’m bored”  or spending time doing the same holiday activities, that do get a bit tiresome. We are going to set up a smokey, jazz, poetry type cafe. Where we will all take turns in reciting poetry, even our own attempts in writing, whilst enjoying the special style of food and drinks that is in keeping with the theme. The kids will think I have gone crazy (as my two teens may be too cool for this) but I am sure we will have fun and lots of laughter and memories.

the family that reads together

Spring is in the air (almost) and it’s National Poetry Month. What will you do to celebrate April as National Poetry Month?

When my son was in the seventh grade his Language Arts teacher transformed their classroom into a poetry café. Parents were invited to the gala. As I entered the room I was immediately immersed in the atmosphere.

The classroom was illuminated with a small table lamp at the front of the room and faux candles on the tables. Thump thump… thump thump, was the sound of the bongos as one student read his poetry. At the end of each spoken word fingers snapped as a form of applause.

After visiting the makeshift poetry café, I realized how much fun poetry can be for all ages. Celebrate poetry month by creating your very own family café. Each family member can create an original poem or recite a favorite one…

View original post 200 more words