by a teacher
Awaken the poet within every student with our transformative approach to poetry. Encourage self-expression, build camaraderie, and foster a new appreciation for writing in the classroom. Join us in creating heroes out of students as they embark on a poetic journey of self-discovery and creativity.
Brian Taylor
has great memories of doing poetry recitals with his third grade students at Garrison Elementary School. These poetry recitals gave Brian the inspiration to write poems that teachers can relate to in their own experiences at their schools and classrooms. Brian has been an elementary school teacher in the Oceanside Unified School District for 30 years. He lives in Oceanside, CA.
Brian Taylor
has great memories of doing poetry recitals with his third grade students at Garrison Elementary School. These poetry recitals gave Brian the inspiration to write poems that teachers can relate to in their own experiences at their schools and classrooms. Brian has been an elementary school teacher in the Oceanside Unified School District for 30 years. He lives in Oceanside, CA.
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The Gift of Teaching
If you criticize a student
In front of his peers
The interactions you’re creating
Will consist of fear and tears
A student wants to trust his teacher
To share what’s on her mind
If you respond to her positively
Mutual respect is what you’ll surely find
Students share incredible stories
That are pertinent to their everyday lives
Teachers need to take time to listen to them
To give them encouragement and greet them with high fives
Teaching is truly an awesome experience
That brings forth special moments each day
Develop empathy towards all your students
And reach out to those who may fall astray
First Day of School
The first day of school
Should be enjoyable for each child
When parents ask, “How was your first day?”
They don’t want to hear the classroom is wild
Books, pencils, and crayons are on my desk
The classroom walls look very picturesque
The kids appear to be friendly
The teacher is complimentary
New skills to learn
Learning to take turns
Enjoying the artwork
Forgetting my homework
A new school year has begun
I hope it will be fun
One thing will always remain the same
Having to remember kids’ names
“Discover the poet within your students and watch creativity flourish in your classroom. Embrace the magic of self-expression through poetry, fostering camaraderie and instilling a newfound appreciation for writing. Be a part of the journey where every student becomes a hero in their own narrative of creativity and discovery.”