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Poetry Opinions

For our final poetry session, Bret Harte 2nd graders shared favorite poems that they have written, and thought about what it means to write poetry and use their imaginations. Enjoy some of their poetry […]

Rhymes & Such

For our 19th session, Bret Harte 2nd graders played rhyming games and then wrote rhymes and “chose-your-own-adventure” poems. Enjoy! Ms. Holman 2nd Grade Andrea A. The light is too bright! I told you I […]

Bret Harte Love Poems

After reading and discussing Eloise Greenfield’s “Honey, I Love,” Bret Harte 2nd graders thought about the people and things they love, and why. Then, they wrote their own poems. Enjoy! Ms. Holman 2nd Grade […]

“Inside My Pencil”

The week before spring break, Bret Harte 2nd graders had a chance to explore two poems:  Kathi Mitchell’s “What’s Under the Sky,” and my poem, “Inside My Shoe.”  Students looked for patterns in both […]

Poems for Readers

For two sessions in March, Bret Harte 2nd graders have been thinking about reading and writing. They shared things they like about writing, such as “it can help you make books,” “you can write […]

Their Own Worlds in Their Own Words

Recently, Bret Harte 2nd graders read “A Little Girl’s Poem” by Gwendolyn Brooks.  Written from a young person’s point of view, the poem begins with “Life is for me and is shining!/ Inside me […]

Poetry Stew

For my 10th visit with 2nd graders at Bret Harte, we talked about things we know how to do well before the discussion turned to recipes. I began to take items from my bag: […]

Winter: Hot and Cold

Bret Harte 2nd graders were back in school for our recent session and our discussion and thoughts were on the season: WINTER. We read Nikki Giovanni’s “Winter Poem.” Some students elected to work in […]

“I Missed You!”

It’s been a while since our last session, and I was looking forward to returning to Bret Harte this week.  Ms. Harrison was waiting for me in the hallway with smiling eyes, and I […]

Keeping the Memory of a Loved One Alive

On December 14th, Bret Harte 6th/7th graders in Ms. Evans class thought and talked about the value of memories. Peace be with you all during the holiday season! My First and Last Memory Jada E. […]

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