“Lobo was everything a citizen should be–hardworking, honest, brave, respectful, responsible.” —-from the Authors’ Note, I Pledge Allegiance, by Pat Mora and Libby Martinez “Libby and her Great Aunt Lobo are learning the Pledge of Allegiance at the same time—but … Continue reading →
Studies have shown that for kids, summer reading helps prevent loss of academic skills–but summer is also a time for reading FUN for kids, teens and adults! Consider adding these poetry collections to your summer reading lists: For Children Bookjoy, … Continue reading →
Iowa Seventh Grade Literacy Teacher Steve Vanderhei sent a message that made Pat’s day: My name is Steve Vanderhei and I am a 7th grade literacy teacher in Marion, Iowa. This year I put together a March Madness Poetry Tournament. … Continue reading →
