Ten Dandelions
a counting poem for children126 total reviews
Comment from chasennov
Ten Dandelions.' What a wonderful counting poem, this lovely poem you have created here, is for children. As we are so much aware of being politically correct, it certainly replaces the obvious. Well done, Brooke.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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Ten Dandelions.' What a wonderful counting poem, this lovely poem you have created here, is for children. As we are so much aware of being politically correct, it certainly replaces the obvious. Well done, Brooke.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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thanks so much, chasennov :-) Brooke
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You are always most welcome, Brooke.
Comment from CR Delport
I love dandelions :) I can't wait for summer to see them again. This winter dragged on long enough now. This weekend we need to do some rose bush and peach tree pruning :) This is another well written poem.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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I love dandelions :) I can't wait for summer to see them again. This winter dragged on long enough now. This weekend we need to do some rose bush and peach tree pruning :) This is another well written poem.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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CR, thank you so very much :-) Brooke
Comment from poetbear
Great photo.
Magical,mystical, and fairy tale-like work.
Charming.
Reads well and makes sense.
Needs to be a poster and sold in Teacher stores because it belongs in classrooms and libraries.
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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Great photo.
Magical,mystical, and fairy tale-like work.
Charming.
Reads well and makes sense.
Needs to be a poster and sold in Teacher stores because it belongs in classrooms and libraries.
Comment Written 30-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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Maddy, thank you so very much for your generous and gracious response to this poem :-) Brooke
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Very busy with work and family.Will review more when time permits.
Comment from ILovePoetry!
You know what, when I was reading the beginning I was getting so sad, but at the end it was so nice that more dandelions grew! It kind of reminds me of life. There are many people, but when they pass on, they leave their seeds to grow and blossom - building a beautiful new world. This is such a beautiful poem and again, the words were well chosen. Wonderful piece of art!
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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You know what, when I was reading the beginning I was getting so sad, but at the end it was so nice that more dandelions grew! It kind of reminds me of life. There are many people, but when they pass on, they leave their seeds to grow and blossom - building a beautiful new world. This is such a beautiful poem and again, the words were well chosen. Wonderful piece of art!
Comment Written 30-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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ILovePoetry, thank you so much for your thoughtful and generous response to this poem :-) Brooke
Comment from Connie C
This is such a delightful children's poem, Brooke. You have come up with some clever ways for each of the dandelions to take its leave. Very nice choice of color scheme and, of course, your poem was a pleasure to read--just floated along beautifully.
Connie :>)
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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This is such a delightful children's poem, Brooke. You have come up with some clever ways for each of the dandelions to take its leave. Very nice choice of color scheme and, of course, your poem was a pleasure to read--just floated along beautifully.
Connie :>)
Comment Written 30-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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Thanks so much, Connie - thinking up ways to get rid of things in these countdown poems is a real challenge - counting poems take two times longer than any other poem :-) Brooke
Comment from Winslow
Dear Brooke,
The seeds spreading are the ban of people with lawns.(LOL) This has some funny rhymes since I've never seen a Jay or rabbit eat a dandelion. I like the oak that made wine for the wee folk. I imagine a thimble barrel was all that was needed. Anyway a whimsical fun poem.
Warm regards,
Winslow
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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Dear Brooke,
The seeds spreading are the ban of people with lawns.(LOL) This has some funny rhymes since I've never seen a Jay or rabbit eat a dandelion. I like the oak that made wine for the wee folk. I imagine a thimble barrel was all that was needed. Anyway a whimsical fun poem.
Warm regards,
Winslow
Comment Written 30-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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bunnies love dandelions :-) I checked out the bird thing too :-) Thanks so very much, my friend, for your generous response to this poem. Brooke
Comment from Cajungirl
Fantastic fun read. As always, your poem flows flawlessly. It was like a wonderful little song, just perfect. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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Fantastic fun read. As always, your poem flows flawlessly. It was like a wonderful little song, just perfect. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 30-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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Cajungirl, thank you so much :-) Brooke
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You are welcome
Comment from evilynne
What a fun and imaginative counting game for children. Dandelions are fantastic blossoms that have entertained children for many ages.
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What a fun and imaginative counting game for children. Dandelions are fantastic blossoms that have entertained children for many ages.
Comment Written 30-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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evi, thank you so very much for your gracious and generous response to this poem :-) Brooke
Comment from heyjude
Brooke, those dandelions can multiply. We shouldn't
be sad too long. Great job on these rhyming quatrains.
I also like the background color and font color. All
comes together nicely.
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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Brooke, those dandelions can multiply. We shouldn't
be sad too long. Great job on these rhyming quatrains.
I also like the background color and font color. All
comes together nicely.
Comment Written 30-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2014
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heyjude, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from Rainbowsofhappiness
Loved this poem absolutely loved it! Especially the twist at the end of the explanation of how the last dandelion shared its seeds with the world creating more dandelions! I didn't see that coming and thought that was brilliant! This is reminiscent of the poem 10 Little Monkeys and would be wonderful to read to children to explain about how new dandelions are formed! Excellent flow and pace to this poem it really made me get drawn in to the world of the dandelions and feel for the withering dandelions, but the ending had me rejoicing for the new growth of the future ones! Excellent photo to accompany this piece and excellent choice of background color to symbolize the grass where the dandelions grew. I thought the word choices used in this poem were rich and imagery laden (homage, voracious, imbibed) helping the reader clearly envision the 10 dandelions and the fate each met. Excellent use of alliteration throughout as well! Just a wonderfully designed and intelligently written piece of poetry deserving no less than a six star rating!
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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Loved this poem absolutely loved it! Especially the twist at the end of the explanation of how the last dandelion shared its seeds with the world creating more dandelions! I didn't see that coming and thought that was brilliant! This is reminiscent of the poem 10 Little Monkeys and would be wonderful to read to children to explain about how new dandelions are formed! Excellent flow and pace to this poem it really made me get drawn in to the world of the dandelions and feel for the withering dandelions, but the ending had me rejoicing for the new growth of the future ones! Excellent photo to accompany this piece and excellent choice of background color to symbolize the grass where the dandelions grew. I thought the word choices used in this poem were rich and imagery laden (homage, voracious, imbibed) helping the reader clearly envision the 10 dandelions and the fate each met. Excellent use of alliteration throughout as well! Just a wonderfully designed and intelligently written piece of poetry deserving no less than a six star rating!
Comment Written 30-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2014
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Thanks so very much, Rainbows for your thorough and thoughtful review and for your generous sixth star :-) Brooke
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Most welcome!
