Steve's Poems for Kids
A collection of my children's poems13 total reviews
Comment from Eric1
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
Steve , this is a wonderfully written poem for children, I was almost sat in my classroom again hearing these words being read out loud by my teacher, it also provides an invaluable way of introducing poems to youngsters, wonderful characters, wonderful story, wonderful poetry.
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Steve , this is a wonderfully written poem for children, I was almost sat in my classroom again hearing these words being read out loud by my teacher, it also provides an invaluable way of introducing poems to youngsters, wonderful characters, wonderful story, wonderful poetry.
Comment Written 06-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thanks, Eric. If you ever need transporting back to your classroom again, just give me a call!
Steve
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I will just read your wonderful poems Steve.
Comment from jmdg1954
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
I'm glad you chose to revive this poem as it brought a smile to my face. It was smooth and thought out and made for s great read.
Is the blue winners medal for 2014 posting or from the first time?
Nicely done... John
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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I'm glad you chose to revive this poem as it brought a smile to my face. It was smooth and thought out and made for s great read.
Is the blue winners medal for 2014 posting or from the first time?
Nicely done... John
Comment Written 06-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thanks, John. The competition win was for the first posting.
Glad you enjoyed this.
Steve
Comment from MissMerri
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
This is a delightful and enchanting children's poem, but what I like even better than the cute story told through the eyes so a Teddy bear, is the fact that you tell it in mature language. There are plenty of words in this story to tweak the little brains and make them ask "What does that mean?" Or perhaps in some cases, learn from the context the use of a word or words they do not hear every day in second grade. (Or third) As a teacher, I have long believed that one of the best ways to introduce new words and increase a child's vocabulary is through reading stories that are age-appropriate yet well-written and not too simple in word choices. You have written such a story and I couldn't be more pleased. This is great and when your book is published, I will be first in line for a few copies. ;")
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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This is a delightful and enchanting children's poem, but what I like even better than the cute story told through the eyes so a Teddy bear, is the fact that you tell it in mature language. There are plenty of words in this story to tweak the little brains and make them ask "What does that mean?" Or perhaps in some cases, learn from the context the use of a word or words they do not hear every day in second grade. (Or third) As a teacher, I have long believed that one of the best ways to introduce new words and increase a child's vocabulary is through reading stories that are age-appropriate yet well-written and not too simple in word choices. You have written such a story and I couldn't be more pleased. This is great and when your book is published, I will be first in line for a few copies. ;")
Comment Written 05-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thanks, MM
I haven't seen you around for a while.
I was talking about a FS book, but I still have to achieve one of my new year resolutions which was 'Get something published this year!' I have just realised to my dismay that we are halfway through the year already...
Steve
PS I agree entirely with your sentiments about vocabulary - no point expecting kids to learn from books where they are already familiar with all the words.
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I do hope you will at least try to publish a children's storybook. One point I didn't mention... When adults enjoy a story too, they will be more inclined to read it over and over and eventually it becomes a classic. "Jane saw Dick and Spot" just doesn't do it for most of us. ;")
I had a wedding reception in my back yard Friday, for about 250 people. It has been hectic to say the least. The last of the tables and chairs were carried off yesterday. I wrote "Though Breakers Crash" somewhere in the days before. It was a cathartic poem.
Comment from nancy_e_davis
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
That will be a very nice selection for you children's book. I see you won a first in the contest and it is well deserved. Great rhythm and rhyme telling about a Teddy Bears busy day with is little girl. Well done Steve. Nancy
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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That will be a very nice selection for you children's book. I see you won a first in the contest and it is well deserved. Great rhythm and rhyme telling about a Teddy Bears busy day with is little girl. Well done Steve. Nancy
Comment Written 05-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thanks, Nancy.
And did I see your name on the winner's list as well? Congratulations!
Comment from Selina Stambi
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
I am such a sucker for good children's literature - this is very R.L. Stevensen-esque!
A very worthy win, Steve.
Your rhyming//timing/metre are flawless.
Love the pairing of Jemima/china!
Altogether loved it!
Sonali
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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I am such a sucker for good children's literature - this is very R.L. Stevensen-esque!
A very worthy win, Steve.
Your rhyming//timing/metre are flawless.
Love the pairing of Jemima/china!
Altogether loved it!
Sonali
Comment Written 05-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Sonali, thanks for the great review and the six stars.
I have a bit of a soft spot for Teddy and Molly...
Steve
Comment from JeanneHP
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
New or revived, it's a delightful poem, well written and rhymed. You created a great picture in the lives of Molly and her teddy bear. Loved it. Jeanne :-)
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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New or revived, it's a delightful poem, well written and rhymed. You created a great picture in the lives of Molly and her teddy bear. Loved it. Jeanne :-)
Comment Written 05-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thanks, Jeanne!
Steve
Comment from fastdigits
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
What a beautifully sculptured children's
poem that rattles down the screen in
rhyming illustrative passages that
bring back the child in all of us,
fighting pirates, all sorts of
imaginative adventures fitted into
a day of hard work.
Well done as I see you were the contest winner
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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What a beautifully sculptured children's
poem that rattles down the screen in
rhyming illustrative passages that
bring back the child in all of us,
fighting pirates, all sorts of
imaginative adventures fitted into
a day of hard work.
Well done as I see you were the contest winner
Comment Written 05-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thanks for the wonderful review.
yes, it is a busy, bustling poem - possibly my own favourite of all of the children's ones I have written.
Steve
Comment from GWHARGIS
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
I loved the adventurous feel to this one. Told through the eyes of the bear was clever and took the pretend feeling away. Nice imagery and fun to read.
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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I loved the adventurous feel to this one. Told through the eyes of the bear was clever and took the pretend feeling away. Nice imagery and fun to read.
Comment Written 05-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thanks for the kind words.
Steve
Comment from Ben Colder
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
No doubt this was a winner. Great use of strong wording. Nice rhythm that flows well. I can see a little toddler having fun with Teddy. Shalom.
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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No doubt this was a winner. Great use of strong wording. Nice rhythm that flows well. I can see a little toddler having fun with Teddy. Shalom.
Comment Written 05-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thanks, ben - glad you enjoyed.
Steve
Comment from humpwhistle
Rating of Chapter 19 - Teddy Bear
I really like, Steve, especially from Teddy's point of view.
So really neat rhymes. And you squirmed your way out of a few tight meter jams--with aplomb.
I think you have a special knack for writing things can enjoy without feeling pandered to. (Pandered being a black and white bear, not to be mistaken for Teddy.)
And pirates are always good for adventure.
Peace, Lee
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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I really like, Steve, especially from Teddy's point of view.
So really neat rhymes. And you squirmed your way out of a few tight meter jams--with aplomb.
I think you have a special knack for writing things can enjoy without feeling pandered to. (Pandered being a black and white bear, not to be mistaken for Teddy.)
And pirates are always good for adventure.
Peace, Lee
Comment Written 05-Aug-2014
reply by the author on 06-Aug-2014
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Thank you. You are right, children can't bear being pandered to - it bruins their enjoyment of the story, browns them off and makes them all grizzly!
Steve
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Sheesh, you couldn't leave me one bear pun to respond with? Hog!
