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Appreciating Poetry

Seven Ways to Celebrate Poetry

Posted on April 8, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

I've compiled easy suggestions to help you get your poet on this April. I'll be happy if you just try one! ;)

Appreciating Poetry/How to encourage reading

It’s April! Find Your Inner Poet

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Today marks the beginning of National Poetry Month. Grab a poem and get started!

Improving vocabulary

What is a Prodrome?

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

One poem had me looking up three vocabulary words! I share what I learned...

Appreciating Poetry

How to Appreciate Poetry: A Word Nerd’s Guide

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Don't let poetry intimidate you! I give some basics for appreciating poetry and resources to learn more.

How to encourage reading

Honoring National Poetry Month

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 13 Comments

In last week’s post, I tried to get you in touch with your inner poet by sharing some great works of poetry to read.  This week, I’m going to encourage you to w...

How to encourage reading

Exposing My Family to National Poetry Month!

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Poetry. Does this word make you smile, or cringe?  Word nerds should love poetry.  It’s concentrated language, without all of the articles and prepositions to i...

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