Hello, poetry friends! It is time once again for this week’s Children’s Poetry Blog Post Roundup. I am delighted to share this summary of the latest news, writing prompts, and book announcements from the wonderful world of children’s poetry from the past week. Whether you are a poet looking for inspiration or a teacher looking for fresh classroom ideas, there is plenty of poetic goodness to explore.
Children’s Poetry Summit
In the post Jonathan Sellars: Taking Poetry for a Spin, children’s poet Jonathan Sellars details how he created the Spinning Wheel of Poetry. Inspired by fellow poet Justin Coe, this wonderful tool turns poetry readings into interactive games where children spin a wheel to choose and act out poems, creating a fun, adaptable classroom experience.
Danna Smith Book Blog
The talented Danna Smith is celebrating a brand-new release! In her post I’m a Drone: New STEM Little Golden Book Has Landed!, she shares the exciting news about her high-flying STEM Little Golden Book, I’m a Drone, illustrated beautifully by Brian Biggs, which introduces young readers to the helpful world of drones.
David L. Harrison
It has been a busy and reflective week for David L. Harrison. In May the bonxa be with you, he shares his gratitude for bonxa poems submitted by writers BRYN, SU, JANE, and SUSAN, along with his own short piece. He also highlights an upcoming discussion with Laura Robb and Dr. Sam Bommarito in An interview today, focusing on their collaborative book designed to help middle-grade readers. In Sharing a novel idea, he reminisces about his long friendship with artist and writer Paula Graham, recalling literary connections like Jean Craighead George, James Cross Giblin, Jacqueline Woodson, and Naomi Shihab Nye. From his Florida vacation, he shares relaxing reflections in By day and by night, details his peaceful daily schedule in Thinking about a plan, and invites everyone to join him in celebrating a special day in Happy birthday, Sandy!.
Imagine the Possibilities
Over at her blog, Rose Cappelli invites us to take a slower look at the natural world. In her post Poetry Friday: Spider Encounters, she reflects on the beauty of summer spiderwebs and encourages readers to visit the weekly Poetry Friday roundup hosted by Jill Dailey to find more poetic inspiration and a tutorial on making zines.
Joshua Seigal
Poet Joshua Seigal shared several thoughtful updates this week. In The Book-Child, he writes about the careful process of drafting, polishing, and eventually letting go of a new piece of writing. He shares a candid look at balancing artistic projects and financial realities in On Making Money (Or Not), and offers an analytical, introspective piece on compatibility and relationships in The Science.
Kate Williams
For teachers and families looking to add some wonderful animal verse to their shelves, Kate Williams has some wonderful news. In her post Signed copies of Squeak!, she shares how readers can order personalized, signed copies of her celebrated animal poetry book, Squeak! Squawk! Roar!, which has been warmly recommended by several literacy organizations.
Live Your Poem
In the post a blessing for sorrow, Irene Latham looks back on a busy July filled with teaching at the Poetry Foundation’s Chicago Summit, visiting their offices, and meeting fellow author Michelle Schaub. She also shares her excitement for an upcoming book celebration and concludes with a moving, sorrow-blessing poem.
Poetrepository
Writing about the environmental challenges of the season, Mary Lee Hahn shares a brief but poignant reflection in Painting the Sky, noting the heavy presence of smoke from Canadian wildfires currently drifting across the Northeast United States.
Poetry Box
Host Paula Green has plenty of exciting opportunities for writers this week. In Poetry Box July poem challenge: winter poems, she provides helpful tips and invites young poets to submit their own seasonal verses. Meanwhile, in Poetry Box noticeboard: a nationwide competition for adults who write poetry for children., she shares details on an exciting New Zealand writing competition celebrating National Poetry Day, which is set to be judged by Bill Nagelkerke.
Poetry Pop
If you are looking to try out a fun new poetry format with your students, Danna Smith has just the thing. In How to Write a Diamante Poem: A Step-by-Step Guide, she outlines the simple and satisfying steps to crafting a classic diamond-shaped diamante poem that explores contrasting ideas.
Reflections on the Teche
This week, Margaret Simon shares her joy in participating in a creative community. In her post Poetry Friday: Summer Poetry Postcards, she talks about joining a postcard exchange, receiving a lovely journal from Linda Mitchell, and thanking Joyce Uglow for a book feature. She also reflects on family time spent on the water with her grandchildren in Slice of Life: Summer on the Bayou, which inspired a peaceful family kayaking trip.
Salt City Verse
After returning from a short break, Janice Scully offers some beautiful summer scenes in Two Countries, One Atmosphere.. She mentions submitting a travel poem to a contest hosted by Renee Latulippe, reflects on the smoky summer air, and expresses gratitude to her fellow bloggers, including Buffy and Jill Dailey.
Shaun Jex
Finally, Shaun Jex brings a sporty theme to this week’s roundup. In GOAAAAAAL! Poetry and the Beautiful Game, he shares a selection of soccer-themed verses and prompts readers to write their own, highlighting works by himself, Benjamin Zephaniah, Joshua Seigal, Michael Rosen, and Roger McGough.
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