Literacy Coach

It is a day to honour poets, revive oral traditions of poetry recitals, promote the reading, writing and sharing of poetry in all aspects of life. It is a day to foster the convergence between poetry and other arts and raise the visibility of poetry in the media.

Poetry can have a positive impact on the social and emotional learning of children as they explore new ways to express themselves and their feelings. The simplest of poems can be transformed into powerful dialogue. Poetry allows us to read, write, speak and listen - it joins all the dots for moments of understanding, meaning and real truth. Poetry speaks to our common humanity and our shared values, forging a more connected and caring world and BEING the change in the world.

If you missed celebrating this special day with your children, family and friends, click on the link below and revisit the sensational Amanda Gorman, ‘The Hill We Climb’.

Amanda Gorman, 'The Hill We Climb'

Encourage those close to you to read, write and share personal expression in the form of poetry -find every opportunity to sprinkle a little more poetry in your life.