I Want to Read
For all those who love to read48 total reviews
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
This is very cute. Kids love to be read to and are often impatient to learn to read themselves. Never miss an opportunity to read to your kids, it is so good for them. Well done and congrats on your win. Rox
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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This is very cute. Kids love to be read to and are often impatient to learn to read themselves. Never miss an opportunity to read to your kids, it is so good for them. Well done and congrats on your win. Rox
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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My granddaughter was the real model for "Sis" in this poem. She is an only child and her mother read to her nightly from the time she was born. When she was four, she became impatient and had to learn "to read those words myself." Many thanks for sharing I WANT TO READ, Roxanna, I am delighted you enjoyed it. Rod
Comment from esacony
"My sister loves to hear me read, a story in her picture book, and when it's time to turn the page, she eyes me with this special look."
I admit, the picture brings a little flavor but the writing brings a simple clarity that comes alive in the mind all by itself.
"But often she will frown at me, because she wants to read and can't, she recognizes lots of words, but new ones make her cry and rant."
Incredible use of simple language defines in the imagination all that need be recognized to make the heart smile.
"I'm seven sis, and you're but four, you can't just close your eyes and pray, that magically all words make sense, you need to learn a few each day."
I find this writing to be insightful to say the least. How might one lend themselves to the knowledge of this youthful conversation without actually being there? Great imagination or a memory of the past?
"She stamps her foot and glares at me, "No, Pete, I want to know right now, why do I have to wait so long when you are here? Just show me how."
I can envision this strong willed little girl insistent and at the same spewing logic her big brother can't refute.
"I'll try to show you how I learned, if you will listen patiently. And if you practice on your own, you'll soon be reading just like me."
Ah. it worked. As it usually does when a four year old tosses undeniable truth at you.
"I know she'll quickly learn these skills, because she really wants to read, Our daddy says, "if you have dreams work hard for them and you'll succeed."
This is a great read defining a simple setting with great clarity and a believable conversation between a sister and older brother. This is Norman Rockwell only in words. Thank you for sharing
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"My sister loves to hear me read, a story in her picture book, and when it's time to turn the page, she eyes me with this special look."
I admit, the picture brings a little flavor but the writing brings a simple clarity that comes alive in the mind all by itself.
"But often she will frown at me, because she wants to read and can't, she recognizes lots of words, but new ones make her cry and rant."
Incredible use of simple language defines in the imagination all that need be recognized to make the heart smile.
"I'm seven sis, and you're but four, you can't just close your eyes and pray, that magically all words make sense, you need to learn a few each day."
I find this writing to be insightful to say the least. How might one lend themselves to the knowledge of this youthful conversation without actually being there? Great imagination or a memory of the past?
"She stamps her foot and glares at me, "No, Pete, I want to know right now, why do I have to wait so long when you are here? Just show me how."
I can envision this strong willed little girl insistent and at the same spewing logic her big brother can't refute.
"I'll try to show you how I learned, if you will listen patiently. And if you practice on your own, you'll soon be reading just like me."
Ah. it worked. As it usually does when a four year old tosses undeniable truth at you.
"I know she'll quickly learn these skills, because she really wants to read, Our daddy says, "if you have dreams work hard for them and you'll succeed."
This is a great read defining a simple setting with great clarity and a believable conversation between a sister and older brother. This is Norman Rockwell only in words. Thank you for sharing
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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I am so flattered you took the time to read and comment on each stanza. I am especially thrilled to hear you say "this is Norman rockwell only in words." Your comments made my day and the process of writing I WANT TO READ all worthwhile. Rod
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You can be very proud of this work. Keep writing.
esacony (Roy)
Comment from Mark D. R.
Oh how nice the two children are learning from each other. Good parenting seems in vogue with your rhymed verse.
It may be difficult for the younger sibling to sit patiently (... waiting so long ...), but her brother is carefully coaching her. Success will follow.
Good luck in this writing prompt.
Mark
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Oh how nice the two children are learning from each other. Good parenting seems in vogue with your rhymed verse.
It may be difficult for the younger sibling to sit patiently (... waiting so long ...), but her brother is carefully coaching her. Success will follow.
Good luck in this writing prompt.
Mark
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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I had a wonderful model for this poem--my daughter when she used to read to her brother. Many thanks for sharing my poem, Mark.
Rod
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As mentioned previously, good parenting (with your own) wins out! My two children are in the same birth order as yours. Now both are reading to their children. In their households, there is likely no mentoring that will occur because of the two years age differential in each family. Between cousins, that is a story to be yet developed.
Comment from Heather Knight
This is so sweet! I used to love to read to my children when they were little.
The picture is perfect for your words and extremely cute.
Good luck in the contest.
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This is so sweet! I used to love to read to my children when they were little.
The picture is perfect for your words and extremely cute.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Thank you so much for your kind praise of I WANT TO READ, Maria. My wife used to read to my children and I just listened. So pleased you like the artwork, too. Rod
Comment from Sandra Elizabeth Williams
What a wonderful big sibling you are! Reading is fun, reading builds the imagination and takes us on many great adventures to many places.
Patiently, one day at a time your sister will learn.
This is a wonderful poem with very good rhymes. Best of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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What a wonderful big sibling you are! Reading is fun, reading builds the imagination and takes us on many great adventures to many places.
Patiently, one day at a time your sister will learn.
This is a wonderful poem with very good rhymes. Best of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Actually, my daughter was the reader I modeled my speaker after in this poem, Sandra. I am delighted you enjoyed it, especially the rhymes. Rod
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Hi Rod, you're welcome. You know, I could almost tell this was your work! You have a particular style of writing.
I really enjoyed the poem.
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I am very flattered that my style is notable. Rod
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:-)
Comment from evesayshi
In my opinion, a charming write, beautifully constructed for children, and I am certain will be appreciated in the read to them by the adults in their lives. The rhyming rhythm flows smoothly and is easy in the read, another source of delight - fully compliant with the prompt. Best of luck in the contest...
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In my opinion, a charming write, beautifully constructed for children, and I am certain will be appreciated in the read to them by the adults in their lives. The rhyming rhythm flows smoothly and is easy in the read, another source of delight - fully compliant with the prompt. Best of luck in the contest...
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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I am delighted you enjoyed my poem so much. Many thanks for your lovely praise of I WANT TO READ. Rod
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You are very welcome, Rod, my pleasure...Eve
Comment from Irish Rain
As a lover of books...
I just adore this.
I love the subject, the charming
artwork, and your rhymes and rhythm
are just perfect!
I will be watching the booths for this!
I hope you win!
Blessings...
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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As a lover of books...
I just adore this.
I love the subject, the charming
artwork, and your rhymes and rhythm
are just perfect!
I will be watching the booths for this!
I hope you win!
Blessings...
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Thank you so much for your wonderful encouragement, Irish Rain. I am so pleased "I Want to Read" won and appreciate your praise and endorsement. Rod
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Yay!! It got my vote...I loved it!!
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Thank you again for all that great applause. Rod
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Most Excellent!!
Comment from Dean Kuch
Looks like you hit the nail on the proverbial head with this educational and inspirational verse, Anonymous Poet.
We can do anything we set our minds to through hard work, dedication and perseverance.
Best of luck to you in the contest.
~Dean
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Looks like you hit the nail on the proverbial head with this educational and inspirational verse, Anonymous Poet.
We can do anything we set our minds to through hard work, dedication and perseverance.
Best of luck to you in the contest.
~Dean
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Thank you, Dean, for your kind praise of I WANT TO READ and your clear paraphrase of its theme. I also appreciate those best wishes. Rod
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Sure...
Comment from pome lover
and she probably will.
Good for her, an him, too - a loving brother.
A lovely poem and message. and precious picture!
Also I love dad's encouragement at the end.
Good rhyme and meter. Good job.
pome lover
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and she probably will.
Good for her, an him, too - a loving brother.
A lovely poem and message. and precious picture!
Also I love dad's encouragement at the end.
Good rhyme and meter. Good job.
pome lover
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Thank you so much, pome lover, for sharing I WANT TO READ and your kind praise. Rod
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you are most welcome
pome lover
Comment from Janice Canerdy
This one has it all! It conveys a wonderful, sweet, moving theme through
an appealing tone, and the rhyming and metrical patterns are sustained
throughout!
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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This one has it all! It conveys a wonderful, sweet, moving theme through
an appealing tone, and the rhyming and metrical patterns are sustained
throughout!
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Thank you so much, Janice, for your ringing endorsement of I WANT TO READ. I truly appreciate all that kind praise and that galaxy of stars. Rod
