Since it is now the last week of April, we need to get to some poetry!

The photo here is from last year during poetry month at the Rooftop Twin Peaks Library. It really makes me miss Rooftop.

On Thursday, April 30, it is POEM in Your POCKET DAY. Copy down your favorite poem or write your own, and carry it in your pocket all day to share with others. I'd love it if you share your poem with me.

Waiting to hear from you, Ms. Tamra

"Pick a common object. Brainstorm how it sounds, tastes, feels, looks and smells. What does it do? When and where do you find it? Now, write your riddle -ku as if you are the object. Stick to the 5-7-5 syllable count and include several clues. Be sure to use "I" or "my" or "me" in your poem. Next, share your riddle-ku."

(taken from Lion of the Sky by Laurie Purdie Sala)

Ms. Tamra's favorite poet is Joyce Sidman because she combines her love of nature, science & facts to create beautiful poetry books.

Listen to Joyce Sidman read a few of her poems and then watch a PBS Special about the making of Winter Bees: Beyond the Book.

You can borrow this book at our eBook collection through SFPL Hoopla or Overdrive.

Poem in Your Pocket -

Join Tracy Heffernan (former Rooftop Librarian) to create simple paper pockets and poetry for Poem in Your Pocket Day on April 30th.

Found Poetry -

Don't recycle that junk mail ad! Make found poetry with Ms. Heather (Hoover). If you'd like to share your creation, email a photo to libraries@sfusd.edu