The published poet, Andrea Perry, visited Mrs. Porter's afternoon classes as part of "The Poetry Picnic Grant" that Mrs. Barbarino, Library Media Specialist, and Mrs. Porter won. Mrs. Perry discussed what first influenced her to write, how she became published, and where she finds her inspiration today. She also shared excerpts from her various works such as The Bicklebys' Birdbath, Here's What You Do When You Can't Find Your Shoe, and The Snack Smasher. As pictured above, the students participated in a brainstorming workshop where they used a strange creature as inspiration for a poem.
If you would like to learn more about Andrea Perry, you are encouraged to visit her website.
