National Poetry Month
Spring is definitely in the air. Perhaps you have found yourself having melodious, rambling, romantic thoughts as the temperatures grow warmer. Well, April is National Poetry Month and is the perfect time to add those creative thoughts to paper. There are many fantastic ideas to help you celebrate and inspiration is everywhere. Perhaps you can create a poem, read a poem to a child, analyze an old favorite, compose a haiku, listen to a poetry podcast or read more about your favorite poet. For other ideas, you might begin playing with words that rhyme, look at colorful images, or keep a list of interesting words. Try any or all of these ideas!
During your creative journey, please remember that the Birmingham Public Library has many wonderful resources, including databases and books for all ages to help you get started. Come visit the library for a world of ideas and inspiration. Now, get started today and remember most of all, have fun! The most important thing is to let your thoughts run wild! Release the poet within you!
During your creative journey, please remember that the Birmingham Public Library has many wonderful resources, including databases and books for all ages to help you get started. Come visit the library for a world of ideas and inspiration. Now, get started today and remember most of all, have fun! The most important thing is to let your thoughts run wild! Release the poet within you!
Websites:
National Poetry Month
http://tinyurl.com/5nguwm
Poetry Foundation
http://www.poetryfoundation.org/
Poetry Writing for Children
http://teacher.scholastic.com/writewit/poetry/
Funny Poetry for Children (or your inner child)
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