We chose this subject in honor of Poetry Month. Poetry Day is ACTUALLY today! We both have many good memories of poetry growing up. We both had grandparents that wrote it and have some fond memories of writing poetry in school. Here are just a few of the more popular ones that we appreciate.
1. The Outlaw - Grandma T used to recite this poem from memory.
2. The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert Service - Dad McCallister helped Sundy fall in love with this funny poem.
3. Footprints in the Sand by Mary Stevenson
4. Ode To Billy Joe - Sundy did a report on this sad poem in 5th grade. She has since shared the poem, and song, with her daughters. Katia really likes it.
5. The Raven by Edger Allan Poe - Grandma T also memorized this one! And it used to give Sundy nightmares.
6. Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein - gotta add Shel Silverstein to the list! Can you say “childhood at its best”?
7. The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost - a truly great way to live life!
8. The Touch of the Master’s Hand by Myra Brooks Welch - a violin analogy of our Heavenly Father’s love for each of us!
9. Eletelephony by Laura Richards - Mom McCallister used to read this to us and make us laugh!
10. The Remarkable Farkle McBride by John Lithgow - Should belong in EVERYONE’s home! A great way to include music, education and fun!
1 comment:
Love the poetry! Shannon memorized The Creamation of Sam McGhee. It's long and oh so fun! Thanks for sharing!
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