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First day of school activity that teaches poetry and introduces students to each other. Excellent first day ice breaker activity.

The wearing of a red poppy on Remembrance Day is a Canadian tradition worn to commemorate the end of World War I and has since been adopted as remembrance for all wars.

As time goes on, it gets harder and harder to choose gifts for dad. Why not make him something homemade and include a famous poem with heartfelt sentiment?

As time goes on, it gets harder and harder to choose gifts for mom. Why not make her something homemade and include a famous poem with heartfelt sentiment?

Love poems and nothing but love poems is a fun way to bring poetry into the classroom. Students can learn shape poetry, syllable count poetry, and rhyme poetry.

Poetry was originally meant to be read aloud, and still has a vital performance aspect. Here is a guide to some popular poetry podcasts.

National Poetry Month is almost here again. The poster for the Academy of American Poets' 2009 National Poetry Month asks the question, "Dare I disturb the universe?"

Here are some creative thoughts about making Mother's Day affordable as well as an occasion to be remembered.

Billy Collins served as U. S. Poet Laureate from 2001 to 2003. He left his mark on the position by creating "Poetry 180: a poem a day for American high schools."

Celebrate Father's Day with creative and fun activities for preschoolers

Does a poet wait for inspiration or rely on discipline? An experienced poet discusses which has a better success rate.

On November 11 many will choose to remember the dead of the World War at events, tributes and readings worldwide. Here are some ideas for Remembrance Day readings.

April brings poetry out in full swing during National Poetry Month. Such venues as Poem-for-Your-Pocket, Poem-a-Day, and the famed Poetry and the Creative Mind featured.

Leap year explained can introduce children to the mystery and fun of calendars.

Stage fright can be a challenge to deal with when one is a performer. However, with mastery, perspective and the memory of past performances, one can shine on stage.

Creative writing is easy for those writers who stop being their own harshest critics, and easier for those writers who also write more frequently and edit more often.

Found poetry offers some of the most unusual and insightful source material for a relatively obscure tool in the poetic arsenal.

If you love learning the history of poetry in America, you'll find lots of fascinating information on the Library of Congress poetry site, even a poem by President Tyler.

If you need to find your passion to act in any part of your life, use these activities to summon the energy to act with strength and conviction.

April is National Poetry Month in the United States. What better way to celebrate than playing with the poetic form?

High school students: you don't have to study intensely to ace the verbal and writing portions of your SAT I! Here are some ways to slack off while learning.

Most aspiring writers are familiar with the process of writing a poem. But have they learned the art of revision? This guide offers tips & tricks for efficient editing.