We're smack dab in the middle of National Poetry month!

So many times I hear teachers tell me they can't teach poetry or they don't what to do to get kids excited about trying to write poetry. This month I'm doing a daily series of blog posts called KICK THE POETRY CAN'TS. This are little mini poetry lessons designed to help you jump right into writing poetry. They are great for teachers who just don't know where to start. Each post also includes a new original poem. Check out the series and write along with me.

I'm also currently a wee bit obsessed by the Anna's hummingbird who has built a nest in our backyard. I'm getting a lot of practice with my photography skills by trying to get some good photos of her.