Celebrating the Poetry of Langston Hughes
Langston Hughes was born on February 1, 1902. He was an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist from …
Celebrate the Birthday of Juan Felipe Herrera!
Juan Felipe Herrera was born on this day in 1948. Herrera is the American poet, author, and activist of Mexican descent …
Celebrating Nikki Giovanni!
Today is Nikki Giovanni’s birthday. Nikki Giovanni is an American poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator. One of the world’s most …
April 7 is the 250th Anniversary of the Birth of William Wordsworth!
“All good poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings.” ~ William Wordsworth On April 7, 1770, William Wordsworth was …
2020 NCTE Verse
“I enjoyed learning about poets who I was unfamiliar with. It felt like as a teacher, I was celebrating a …
Robert Frost and the Inauguration of President John F. Kennedy
This week, we remember the birthday of Robert Frost, who born on March 26, 1874. Robert Frost is one of …
March 21 is World Poetry Day
World Poetry Day is recognized every year on March 21. This is the day on which UNESCO recognizes the moving …
Poetry and the African American Read-In: Yusef Komunyakaa
During the month of February (and beyond!) we shine the spotlight on texts written by African American authors. This month, …
Poetry and the African American Read-In: Nikki Grimes
During the month of February (and beyond!) we shine the spotlight on texts written by African American authors. This month, …
Field Notes: A Partnership Celebrating Lives of Poets
The month of January has moved so quickly. We are delighted to confirm increased interest in the 2020 Convention and …