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I know, I know…another Google tool! It seems every time I turn around, Google has something new and incredible to make our lives better!  Google Keep is one of my personal favorites.  It is in the top five tools I use every day (right up there with my email and my calendar) and I’m convinced it’s short […]

Welcome to part 4 of our Poetry Palooza!  Throughout this month of April, we want to share with you some of our favorite poetry books (there are SO many good ones!) and some practical strategies for sharing poetry with your class that have been classroom tested and student approved! Just joining us?  Check out the previous posts in the series: […]

Welcome to part 3 of our Poetry Palooza!  Throughout this month of April, we want to share with you some of our favorite poetry books (there are SO many good ones!) and some practical strategies for sharing poetry with your class that have been classroom tested and student approved! Just joining us?  Check out the previous posts in the series: […]

Welcome to part 2 of our Poetry Palooza!  Throughout this month of April, we want to share with you some of our favorite poetry books (there are SO many good ones!) and some practical strategies for sharing poetry with your class that have been classroom tested and student approved! Just joining us?  Check out Part 1: Five Science and […]

People tend to feel very strongly about poetry, but whether you love it or loathe it, there is no denying that poetry is a powerful genre. Poetry can give voice to feelings that we otherwise might not be able to express. Poets from all cultures and walks of life provide a window into their souls and we […]

Why I Picked It Up: This book is on the 2016 Lone Star List.  This list is one of a few places I start when looking for a new YA or middle level book to read.  Plus,  Sherry and I are working on taking another Battle of the Books team to next year’s competition! Why I […]