janet f.

Teacher, Literacy Consultant, Poet, Children's Poetry

[janet f. @skanlaker]

@JoneMac53 @pomelobooks @SylviaVardell @janetwongauthor Thank you, Jone and Jessica B. for this treat! Seeing my poem come to life like this is golden!

[janet f. @skanlaker]

Happy to have my CAMPING poem about friendship with others, your family and nature in this terrific new book!

[Pomelo Books @pomelobooks]

In WHAT IS A FRIEND? you'll find a cat friend, dog friend, horse friend, tree friends, water friends, camping friends, kid friends, school friends, sports friends, family friends, and even a friend in YOURSELF!! #poetryforall

[janet f. @skanlaker]

Wish I could be there!!!

[Pomelo Books @pomelobooks]

If you have kids who THINK they don't like poetry, try presenting it as part of a tech lesson; have them create a digital collage! @SylviaVardell will show us how to use Canva to make poetry collages during the Makerspace Poetry session at #NCTE22.

[Moe Phillips @MoePhillips5]

Gorgeous poem by @carmelamartino
Amazed indeed.
#poetryplayground #poetry4all #pomelobooks

[Pomelo Books @pomelobooks]

@NCTE is for early childhood educators, too! When you go to the #NCTE22 Exhibit Hall, stop by the @pubspotlight booth to see the diverse + inclusive "THINGS WE" anthologies for Pre-K - Grade 2, curated by @sylviavardell + @janetwongauthor and featuring ~75 stellar poets!

[janet f. @skanlaker]

@BardyMum @pomelobooks @IBBYINT @janetwongauthor @SylviaVardell @IBBYUK Congratulations on your terrific poem, Sarah. Happy to be in the book with you!! You really captured the photo beautifully!

[janet f. @skanlaker]

I learn so much from Janet Wong and Sylvia Vardell in their courses. Happy to be part of several of their wonderful books, too. They really are poetry plus!

[Pomelo Books @pomelobooks]

Poets take CRAFT very seriously, constantly refreshing skills and exploring new ideas—not just for writing, but also for ways to share poetry. Here are some of the most dedicated children's poets ever! #PoetryforAll #Anthologies301

[janet f. @skanlaker]

Again from Janet Wong and Sylvia Vardell do it again. They help poets learn more about things like Canva that will move them forward! Thank you both!

[Pomelo Books @pomelobooks]

Poets take CRAFT very seriously, constantly refreshing skills and exploring new ideas—not just for writing, but also for ways to share poetry. Here are some of the most dedicated children's poets ever! #PoetryforAll #Anthologies301

[janet f. @skanlaker]

@pomelobooks @booksR4me @JoneMac53 @ldkulp @maryecronin @Bethbrody31 @BuffySilverman @MoePhillips5 @aprilhwayland @ConroyBooks #Anthologies301 was terrific and helpful!

[Peekskill Schools @PeekskillCSD]

Today, we remember the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In his honor, ask yourself how you can serve others today and every day. #MLKDay

[janet f. @skanlaker]

@MikeHynes5 Sir Ken, a man of greatness. Creativity is the essence. Not surprising he is your hero.

[janetwong @janetwongauthor]

When I first met Linda Kulp Trout at NCTE, she told me stories about growing up in poverty, her military service + more. I knew right then: tons of kids NEED her poems. Editor-friends: reach out to Linda and ask to see her MG verse novel manuscript!

[janet f. @skanlaker]

Love this book and what it can do for kids all over!!!

[janetwong @janetwongauthor]

This book features 26 generous poets who donated their time + talent for IBBY Children in Crisis. The fact that half the poets in this book happen to be the most famous children's poets in the world (our "poetry royalty") makes it even more impressive!! 👑💐👑💐👑

[Pomelo Books @pomelobooks]

Thank you Publisher Spotlight for giving us a chance to connect with teachers @NAEYC #naeycAC with our "action-themed" alphabet book THINGS WE DO! #PoetryforAll

[janet f. @skanlaker]

A wonderful book, a wonderful opportunity.

[janetwong @janetwongauthor]

If you've been curious about Good Luck Gold & MORE but new books are not in your budget right now, leave a comment at Jone's blog! She'll pick 3 winners—why not YOU? 🤞🤞🤞

[janet f. @skanlaker]

Me, too.

[Rose Cappelli @RoseCappelli]

Looking forward to sharing this with my grandkids! So many fun poems by so many esteemed poets. ⁦@janetwongauthor⁩ ⁦@SylviaVardell⁩ ⁦@pomelobooks⁩

[Pomelo Books @pomelobooks]

We agree with @CBCBook that small indie presses are crucial to boosting diversity + inclusion in children's books — and we're thrilled to be included in this important Publisher Focus list of resources! Please share!! https://t.co/CeA4dQkgNb

[janet f. @skanlaker]

Please vote for this terrific book! Yes, I have a poem in it, but it's full of varied, wonderful, kid-friendly action poems!!

[janetwong @janetwongauthor]

The best part of curating HOP TO IT? Hard to say, but researching the "wood wide web" of tree roots and the original (coffee pot) webcam was fun! HOP TO IT is a FINALIST for #BestBookofFacts in the @CBCBook Kids' Book Choice Awards. Help your kids vote! https://t.co/dPhP8JM3hk

[janet f. @skanlaker]

Yes! Janet Wong and Sylvia Vardell are poetry advocates extraordinaire! So happy to have poems in 3 of their anthologies. This one is terrific for littles and beginning readers alike.

[Pomelo Books @pomelobooks]

We're proud of the way our anthologies place poems by established poets such as Jack Prelutsky next to poems by "poets we need to know." This helps editors, anthologists, and readers discover new voices!!! #PoetryforAll #Anthologies101 #Anthologies201

[janet f. @skanlaker]

A beautiful autumn picture.