Poetry Rocks.

December is known here in New England for being bitter cold, icy, and dark. With this in mind, we're launching into a month of great poetry to keep our minds and souls warm in Room 33.

We'll explore the work of poets like Langston Hughes, e.e. cummings, Edwin Arlington Robinson, Dylan Thomas, Maya Angelou, Billy Coillins, Sandra Cisneros, and even poetry that Mr. Reynolds wrote way back when he was in the 7th grade! (Warning: some of Mr. R's poetry from his 7th grade year is a little romantic!)

This week, your first final poem (free verse) is due on Wednesday, December 2. Your second poem (rhyming and symbolism) is due on friday, December 4. Remember that when our poetry month is finished, you will each create a poetry pamphlet of your own work--and we'll plan a class reading with mood lighting and snacks and all!