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Enter the end of summer giveaway

  The Wild Summer challenge was a lot of fun, and all the book recommendations, discussion ideas, and activity ideas can make for great store times all year long. Summer maybe be nearly over, but reading and connection continue throughout the seasons!  You can see a round-up of all of the Wild Summer posts  here . While you're there, be sure to enter to win one of two prize packs! The giveaway ends on August 17, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (CDT), so don't delay!

More Poems (and drawings!) from our Readers

Parent and Child Poetry Challenge: Tercet Poems

Acrostics and Diamantes from our readers

Parent and Child Poetry Challenge: Shape Poems

Poems from Our Childhood, PLUS Tips for Young Poets

Parent and Child Poetry Challenge: Diamante Poems

Six Reasons Your Kids Should be Reading Poetry

Parent and Child Poetry Challenge: Acrostic Poems

Coming Soon: April Poetry Challenge!

12 MORE Picture Books About Gardens

Eight Tips for Helping Young Readers Bloom

Book-inspired Art: Buried Bear