We have chosen the poetry of Walt Whitman for summer/fall readings. The book chosen for our readings is Poetry for Young People: Walt Whitman. I enjoy using this book because of the brief, yet informative biography of Whitman leading us to the poetry. It creates a significant glimpse for the reader into the life and thoughts of the poet. Not to be neglected are the illustrations; which are superbly suited to an all american poetry experience.
On Land
O the gleesome saunter over fields and hillsides!
The leaves and flowers of the commonest weeds, the moist fresh stillness of the woods,
The exquisite smell of the earth at daybreak, and all through the forenoon. from "A Song of Joys"
After reading our poetry for the day I was amazed at seeing the excitement of my child. She felt an immediate need to practice piano. I am always in observation at the effect that different forms of creativity issue a desire to experience another, and such it is as I observe creation itself. One thing leading to another.
After reading our poetry for the day I was amazed at seeing the excitement of my child. She felt an immediate need to practice piano. I am always in observation at the effect that different forms of creativity issue a desire to experience another, and such it is as I observe creation itself. One thing leading to another.
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