I’m excited to share a few of my haiku that I wrote for Scholastic Storyworks 3, a multi-genre classroom magazine for Grade 3. These short, vivid poems capture playful scenes from nature—a dragonfly dodging a frog’s tongue, a bug’s zigzagging flight, and the peaceful murkiness of a turtle’s pond.
The incredibly detailed illustrations by Andy Elkerton bring each haiku to life, making the connection between poetry and nature even more tangible for young readers. Students can explore the beauty of haiku and even try writing their own by focusing on the small wonders of the natural world.
