Oct. 1, 2020 is National Poetry Day in the UK (America celebrates Poetry Month in April so I may be back on this topic then). I don’t write poetry. You can see in this list of how-to-write-poetry tips why. In short, it requires too much thought for my brain–you have to put so much meaning into just a few words.
Online Sites
If you write poetry, here are some great sites you might like to visit (I teach K-8 so my resources tend to focus on that age group):
- A to Z genres in poetry
- Classical Poems for Kids
- Crocodile’s Toothache–video of a Shel Silverstein poem
- Famous Children’s Poems
- Favorite Poem Project
- Fizzy Funny Fuzzy Poetry
- Glossary of Poetry Terms
- Holiday Poem Generator (in Word, Excel, more)
- Kids Magnetic Poetry
- Make-your-own magnetic poetry with Google Drawings
- Poetry 180: A Poem a Day for American High Schools
- Poetry Engine—writes poem for you
- Poetry for Kids
- Poets reading their own poetry–from the National Archives
- Rhyming Dictionary–find words that rhyme for poetry
- Shel Silverstein’s poetry website
- TED: Why Poetry (video)
- Word Mover--create poetry using pieces of existing poems
Favorite Blogging Poets
Here are some of my favorite blogging poets:
Bette A. Stevens, Maine Author--oh my, how she shares the beauty of Maine is amazing
Emotional Shadows–with Balroop, where all emotions are cared for
DL Finn, Author--I didn’t know Denise wrote poetry until I read this post; just lovely
Robbie’s Inspiration — Robbie writes poetry and fiction, both with her own personal voice
My Window–poetry is how Miriam shares her life
What are you doing to celebrate National Poetry Day?
More on poetry
More about Poetry–what is it, its origins, why learn it
Jacqui Murray is the author of the popular Building a Midshipman, the story of her daughter’s journey from high school to United States Naval Academy, the Man vs. Nature saga, and the Rowe-Delamagente thrillers. She is also the author/editor of over a hundred books on integrating tech into education, adjunct professor of technology in education, blog webmaster, an Amazon Vine Voice, a columnist for NEA Today, and a freelance journalist on tech ed topics. Look for her next prehistoric trilogy, Dawn of Humanity, starting with Laws of Nature, Fall 2021.
read more ,learn more for change to blow ,well as for me am a poetic rapper,so mrs kate just as jacqui said lately ”poetry says so much in few words.
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I always wished I was good at poetry, but I could never catch on to it. 🙂 I do appreciate great poetry though.
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I do too–and also wasn’t good at it. Poetry says so much in so few words.
Kate, what’s the best way to stay in touch with you? I follow your blog, FB, Twitter. I joined the NaNoWriMo prep group last year but I didn’t participate much. I’m more of the silent watching type!
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Hello, Jacqui. I have to admit that I’ve never read much poetry. I like some that I’ve read by modern poets, such as Allen Ginsberg.
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He is a good one, agreed. I got into poetry only briefly and then became distracted by the rest of life.
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I could have used all of your resources while I was still teaching. I have an appreciation for those who can write poetry, but it’s never been something I’ve enjoyed that much. I have several memories of having to try and interpret poetry that I didn’t understand.
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I still like what rhymes the best!
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Hi, Pete. I would say that your exprience with poetry is a problem with how it’s taught in schools, not with poetry itself. (This is a hobby horse I ride as a teacher.)
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Bingo!
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Great resources, Jacqui. I have to browse them and pick a few activities to do with my grandson. Thanks so much!
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There are fun sites for kids. #3 and 9 might be two good starters.
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Thanks! They both looked like good ones.
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I write poetry. I also read it. Just bought three new poetry books.
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Yes–and gorgeous poetry, Andrew!
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Some years back I got into writing poetry. It was soon after my mother died and most of my poems were about my life. I read lots of books about poetry and had a few favorite poets. I had a friend who was a very good poet, was part of the poetry scene, and did poetry slams. I think I got up in front of people once and read my poetry.
I think I wrote one good poem about sailing and another about my mother when she was sick. That interest soon faded and I haven’t written any poetry since. Now just trying to write a blog post is hard enough.
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That’s interesting. If I were to write poetry, I’d think my path would follow yours. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you, Jacqui for including me with such wonderful group poets:) I highly recommend each one. Happy UK National Poetry Day. Xo
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I so enjoy your poetry, Denise. There’s a wise soul inside that body!
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Thank you Jacqui xo
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I am in awe of those who can express themselves through poetry. Not something I can do. You listed my favourites as well.
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I can’t do it either. I can’t compose music but so admire those who can. The list could go on and on, couldn’t it!
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Yes, or paint a picture, or design a building, etc. But, we can write books that entertain readers so that is something!
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I didn’t know it’s a National Poetry Day of U.K. Thank you for the mention Jacqui and many thanks for the link, I am delighted that I am one of your favorites. I’m also happy that I have announced the ‘coming soon’ of my new poetry book today. 🙂
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Your tagline says it all, Balroop. You do explain so many emotions in unusual and invigorating ways.
Congrats on your new poetry book! I’ll share it out to my community.
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Thank you so much Jacqui, I am looking forward to your lovely support 🤗
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I haven’t written poetry in decades, but I do enjoy reading it. Happy National Poetry Day to those in the UK!
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There are times it says exactly what I am feeling in just a few words. Priceless.
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I don’t write poetry either, but I follow all of the blogs you mentioned. Such a great group of talented poets!
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I fill my spirit with these folks, now that Robert Frost is gone!
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Thanks for the links, Jacqui. I’ve shared to my FB poetry page.
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My pleasure!
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Today is happy day for building the peaceful world through poetry reciting. For this I write this. Please read this for integrity.
Peaceful World
-Dr. Md. Rahimullah Miah
Some people do not want to bring peace to the world
only one person can bring peace together
awakening of the sleeping nation,
To build a great union of peace.
No matter how much terror, disease and grief come
And obstacles,
Cyber hackers’ misdeeds with sensor technology,
Momentary loss to the nation through false propaganda,
If everyone is together with peace agenda.
The attachment of peace of the people will be strong.
We will overcome fear and bring joy,
Until the victory of peace comes,
This world will be peaceful,
Surely there will be among all.
There will be no misuse of technology–
Peace will come to all.
That day is not far away,
The day when everyone will be reunited
With the leadership of one,
Build the habitable world—the nest of peace for all.
-Dr. Md. Rahimullah Miah (Poet and Researcher)
Head, Department of IT in Health
Northeast Medical College and Hospital
Affiliated with Sylhet Medical University
Sylhet, Bangladesh.
Cell: +8801720477740.
E-mail: rahinemc@yahoo.com
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Beautiful…
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Thank you, Jacqui, for mentioning the UK’s National Poetry Day. I was delighted when I discovered from my blog’s readers how many young people excel in writing sublime poems.
Joanna
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I think blogging has birthed a lot of talented poets. As has self-pub. I’m amazed.
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