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A Pathway for Pollinators

A Pathway for Pollinators by Michelle Schaub

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 environmental concept while also succeeding as a genuine work of poetry.

Michelle Schaub‘s A Pathway for Pollinators, illustrated by Blanca Gómez, is one of those rare books.

Weekly Children’s Poetry Roundup – Saturday, May 23, 2026

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 adventures unfolded!

Weekly Children’s Poetry Roundup – Saturday, May 16, 2026

Hello, fellow poets and wonderful teachers! It’s that time of the week again for our Children’s Poetry Blog Post Roundup. I’ve been perusing the internet, and I’m happy to share some of the latest news and updates from the world of children’s poetry from the past week. Let’s see what our favorite poets have been up to!

Weekly Children’s Poetry Roundup – Saturday, April 25, 2026

Welcome, fellow word weavers, teachers, and budding bards, to another weekly roundup of children’s poetry news! It’s always a treat to see what’s happening in the wonderful world of rhymes, rhythms, and imaginative verses. This past week has brought us some delightful insights, creative challenges, and exciting announcements from our favorite poets and poetry advocates. Let’s explore the latest happenings together.

Weekly Children’s Poetry Roundup – Saturday, April 18, 2026

Greetings, fellow word-weavers and poetry enthusiasts! It’s that time again for our weekly Children’s Poetry Blog Post Roundup. I’ve gathered the latest happenings from the wonderful world of children’s poetry over the past week, just for you. So grab a cup of tea, settle into your favorite armchair, and let’s see what our amazing poets and teachers have been up to!

Weekly Children’s Poetry Roundup – Saturday, April 11, 2026

Welcome wonderful wordsmiths! It’s that special time again for our weekly Children’s Poetry Blog Post Roundup. We’re here to share the latest happenings and delightful discoveries from the world of children’s poetry over the past week. Settle in with your favorite mug of cocoa, and let’s see what rhymes and rhythms have been making news!

Voices of Lincoln Poetry Contest 2026

A Great Opportunity for Young Poets (and a Perfect National Poetry Month Activity)

April is National Poetry Month, which makes this a perfect time to encourage young writers to try something new—or take their poetry a step further.

The Voices of Lincoln Poetry Contest 2026 is now open, and it includes a special category just for poets age 18 and under. Even better, there’s no entry fee, so it’s an easy, low-pressure way for students to write, revise, and share their work.

Book Review: Dinos that Drive

Poetry, Puns, and Prehistoric Joy

Every once in a while, a poetry book comes along that feels like pure kinetic energy on the page. That’s exactly the experience I had reading Dinos That Drive by Suzy Levinson, illustrated by Dustin Harbin. From the very first pages, it’s clear this is not a quiet, contemplative collection. This is a loud, lively, engine-revving celebration of dinosaurs, vehicles, and wordplay.

And really, what more do you need than that?

Dinos that Drive by Suzy Levinson

The premise is delightfully simple: dinosaurs are back, and not only are they alive and well, they’re driving everything from motorcycles and taxis to submarines and rocket ships. Each poem introduces a different dino, a different vehicle, and a different comedic scenario. The result is a collection that feels fast-paced, inventive, and consistently surprising.