And wrote haiku (This was a fun exercise and a simple way for kids to start writing poetry. It's not too long or complicated.) The boys each chose two seasons (one chose Spring and Winter; other chose Fall and Summer) and we set to work. I'm hoping to have them each write on the other's seasons soon. Here are two of my favorites:
Spring by a 6-year-old
Warm sunshine, snow melts
Turning to water, feeding
First blooms of flowers.
Summer by a 5-year-old
Cold water moving
Pushing feet in the stream
Sticks pass by slowly.
They didn't just churn these out; it took lots of questions and answers, but the thoughts, ideas, and phrases are their own.
Those are awesome poems! And the kimonos are cute too! You are so creative and such a good Mom! :^)
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