What’s in a name?

During our second session of our summer camp at Mark Twain Elementary, Ms. Carther’s 3rd – 5th graders read and analyzed the imagery in Sandra Cisneros’ poem, “My Name”. This piece inspired their own writing in creating, “My Name” poems. Read the amazing work of Aylin, Ava and Olivia!

Ms. Carther's 3rd - 5th Graders Summer Camp at Mark Twain

My Name Aylin

My name is a bird.

My name sounds like a singer, Olivia Rodrigo.

My name smells like angels.

My name tastes like cinnamon apples.

My name feels like love.

My name carries songs like “Dandelions” by Ruth B.

My name dreams of acting like Ariana Grande in “Sam & Cat”.

My Name Ava

My name is Ava.

My name sounds like birds chirping.

My name smells like chocolate chip cookies.

My name tastes like strawberries.

My name feels like happiness and calmness.

My name carries my parents because they named me Ava.

My name dreams of being a fun and nice teacher.

My Name Olivia

My name is Olivia.

My name sounds like cats meowing.

My name smells like vanilla.

My name tastes like strawberries.

My name feels like happiness.

My name carries my mom and dad because they named me Olivia.

My name dreams of being nice and kind.