

The innovative use of language-of diction (word choice), metaphor and simile, other figures of speech, punctuation and capitalization-encourages our fledgling writers to take a chance with language.

Poetry teaches us the beauty and potential of the English language. So why should we study poetry in our homeschools?

As we celebrate National Poetry Month, I just finished teaching Brave Writer’s annual “ Playing with Poetry Workshop.” And once again, I recognized the intrinsic value of reading, teaching, and learning to write poetry to and with our kids.
