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Every year, I read dozens of children’s picture books and poetry collections about nature, science, and conservation. Many are informative. Some are beautiful. A few manage to be both. But it is surprisingly rare to find one that teaches an important environment...

Usually, the poems I write begin with some oddball idea that pops into my head, a dragon with problems, a monster Thanksgiving dinner, or a kid with a backpack full of strange surprises. But sometimes I write poems for magazines and classrooms with a particular theme or occasion in mind. That’s exactly how today’s poem came about.

Next month marks the 250th anniversary...

Welcome back, everyone! It’s time once more for the Children’s Poetry Blog Post Roundup. This week, I’ve collected the latest happenings and heartening updates from the vibrant world of children’s poetry, specially curated for you. Let’s take a peek at what’s been unfolding!

The Children’s Poetry Summit shared a...

As the school year comes to an end, lots of kids are counting down the days until summer vacation. There’s something exciting about the last few weeks of school: turning in your books, cleaning out your desk, and looking forward to sunny days, sleeping in, and all the fun that summer brings. But the end of the school year can also feel a little bittersweet. Along with saying ...

Hello, poetry friends! It’s that time again for our weekly Children’s Poetry Blog Post Roundup. I’ve gathered the latest news and updates from the wonderful world of children’s poetry from the past week, sharing what our favorite poets and educators have been up to. Grab a comfy chair, perhaps with a cup of cocoa, and let’s see what literary adventure...