30 Poems in 30 Days with 30 Forms
Poetryaction
When I first saw this word, I wasn’t sure if it was to be read Poetry Action or Poet Reaction. Either way, this is a playful response to a picture book, developed by Laura Purdie Salas (read more of her poetryactions here).
What I love about this form is that it is meant to be short, simple, and fun. Plus it can serve as a mini-book report for children – or, in my case, a book review!
a poetryaction inspired by:
LISTEN TO THE LANGUAGE OF TREES
(words by Tera Kelley/ pictures by Marie Hermansson)
Miracle and Mystery
squirrels scatter seeds
seedlings become trees
trees pass secrets
through roots that feed
the forest is miracle
and mystery
©2023, Patricia J. Franz
Patricia Franz is a kidlit writer and published poet. She believes children, dogs, and sourdough have a lot to teach us about life, joy, and wonder. She has raised two boys, four dogs, and holds a master’s degree in Theology with a focus on children’s spirituality. Patricia, her husband, her Bernese Mountain dog, Bonny, and her sourdough starter split their time between the Arizona desert and the Sierra Nevada mountains. 