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Appreciating Poetry/How to encourage reading

Why You Should Subscribe to a Poem a Day

Posted on April 10, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

I know, you've got enough stuff coming into your inbox. But I make the case for something worth your precious time: poetry. It's National Poetry Month, after ...

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/Recommended kid lit

How To Get Kids Excited About Poetry: Reverso

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 13 Comments

Poetry is so good for Word Nerds. Find out why, and what a "reverso" poem is.

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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