Celebrating Billy Collins!
March 21 is the birthday of poet Billy Collins. He wrote his first poem at the age of seven when he …
March 21 is the birthday of poet Billy Collins. He wrote his first poem at the age of seven when he …
Poet and author Pat Mora was born on January 19, 1942. Her birthday is the perfect time to celebrate her …
This post was written by Dr. Sawsan Jaber, member of the NCTE Committee Against Racism and Bias in the Teaching …
The following post was written by Dr. Mila Thomas Fuller. “Celebrating and Supporting African American Writers” was the conversation during …
This year, we will be celebrating 100 years of James Baldwin. Novelist, essayist, and social critic James Baldwin was born …
In light of the significance of writing in our national life, to draw attention to the remarkable variety of writing …
On this day in 1985, the United States Congress officially adopted the position of Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry. From …
I have always enjoyed articles from Classroom Notes Plus. There are many pieces that have stood the test of time, …
Founded in the United States on August 10, 1846, the Smithsonian Institution is considered the “nation’s museum.” Today, the Smithsonian …
Summer literacy is an important component of an overall summer learning program. Research shows that summer vacation often has a …