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Poetry Prompt: American Roots

By Heather Eure 5 Comments

American Roots Ruined House

Brought from the old world, our traditional ballads have grown deep American roots. Join us this week for an All-American poetry prompt.

Filed Under: Americana Poems, Ballad Poems, Ballads, Blog, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

Poetry Prompt: Ballads, Strange and Silly

By Heather Eure 21 Comments

Ballads, Strange and Silly

Outrageous stories can be found within a ballad’s rhyme. We think a little nonsense is good for the child in all of us. Be a part of our silly poetry prompt

Filed Under: Ballad Poems, Ballads, Blog, Funny Poems, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

The Ballad: Poetry Prompt and Playlist

By Heather Eure 27 Comments

the ballad

Our new playlist and poetry prompt pays homage to the timeless ballad. Listen along to our inspired tunes and let it bring out your inner troubadour.

Filed Under: Americana Poems, Blog, Music, Music Poems, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

Poetry Prompt: The One That Got Away

By Heather Eure 35 Comments

the one that got away

Our poetry prompt beckons you to gather among friends at the Tweetspeak Bait and Tackle. We’re spinning tales about the catch we just couldn’t hold on to.

Filed Under: Blog, Fishing Poems, love poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

Gone Fishing: Poetry Prompt and Playlist

By Heather Eure 23 Comments

Gone Fishing

We’ve got a roundup of the [mostly] happy songs in our new Playlist. Catch a listen, put up the “Gone Fishing” sign and cast a line or two of poetry with us.

Filed Under: Blog, Fishing Poems, Poems, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Water Poems, writing prompts

Poetry Prompt: Swell

By Heather Eure 16 Comments

Poetry Prompt: Swell

The ocean dances. It undulates and curls. Arches back and bends forward. Moving toward the finale. This week’s poetry prompt places you among the waves.

Filed Under: Blog, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Sea Poems, writing prompts

PhotoPlay 2: Portrait of a Shell, Sand, and the Sea Poetry Prompt

By Heather Eure 25 Comments

Portrait of a Shell

We are dipping our toes in the ocean at here at Tweetspeak Poetry. Join us for PhotoPlay 2. Look closely. You might just find a poem tucked inside a shell.

Filed Under: Blog, Photo Play, Photography prompts, Poems, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Sea Poems, Shell Poems, Themed Writing Projects, writing prompts

Sand, Shells & Sea Glass: Poetry Prompt and Playlist

By Heather Eure 54 Comments

Beach photos Beach playlist tweetspeakpoetry.com

This month, be inspired by Sand, Shells & Sea Glass. Read the Poetry Prompt and listen along. Our new playlist will give you an ocean of sound to write by.

Filed Under: Blog, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Sea Poems, Shell Poems, writing prompts

Poetry Prompt: My Dog Day

By Heather Eure 12 Comments

My Dog Day

There are many wonders in a dog’s mind. Join us for this week’s poetry prompt: My Dog Day. Now’s your chance to live a dog’s life, if only for a day.

Filed Under: Animal Poems, Blog, Dog Poems, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

Poetry Prompt: Dog Adventure

By Heather Eure 24 Comments

Dog Adventure

It’s not just a poetry prompt — it’s the pet door to an adventure. Journey along as we live vicariously through dog tales of excitement and suspense.

Filed Under: Animal Poems, Blog, Dog Poems, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

Dog Songs: Poetry Prompt & Playlist

By Heather Eure 63 Comments

Dog Songs

We cannot imagine a world without dogs and the joy they bring. Check out our new playlist and poetry prompt. Come sing (or howl) a few Dog Songs with us.

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Baby, Baby Poetry Prompt: The Short Years

By Heather Eure 9 Comments

Beautiful Baby Poems

The time between infancy and adulthood are but a blink. Come along as we examine The Short Years, courtesy of our Baby, Baby Poetry Prompt.

Filed Under: Baby Poems, Blog, Childhood Poems, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

Baby, Baby: Poetry Prompt and Playlist

By Heather Eure 26 Comments

Baby Poems

Our new Baby, Baby playlist runs the gamut from Bieber, to Bebe, to bébé, with a little lullaby thrown in. Listen along & explore our newest poetry prompt.

Filed Under: Baby Poems, Blog, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Themed Writing Projects, writing prompts

Cheese Poetry: The Cheesiest Poetry Prompt

By Heather Eure 9 Comments

The Cheesiest

Join us while we explore the funny and sometimes cringe-worthy moments of our past. It promises to be the cheesiest poetry prompt yet.

Filed Under: Blog, Cheese Poems, Funny Poems, Humorous Poems, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Themed Writing Projects, writing prompts

Cheese Poetry: Read Your Labels Poetry Prompt

By Heather Eure 2 Comments

Read Your Labels

Raid the refrigerator and read your food labels with creativity in mind. Join us for our cheese themed poetry prompt.

Filed Under: Blog, Cheese Poems, Eating and Drinking Poems, Food Poems, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Themed Writing Projects, writing prompts

Say Cheese Poetry Prompt and a Playlist

By Heather Eure 53 Comments

Say Cheese

It’s time for a new cheese poetry prompt and a playlist. We’ve got unique songs and a prompt that’s sure to bring on the cheese.

Filed Under: Blog, Eating and Drinking Poems, Food Poems, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

Ode To Rice Krispies: Playlist and Poetry Prompt

By Heather Eure 33 Comments

ode to rice krispies

Welcome to this month’s poetry prompt and playlist! Listen along with us and write an ode to Rice Krispies, or your favorite breakfast cereal.

Filed Under: Blog, Food Poems, Ode Poems, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, writing prompts

Spanish Lace: Perception Poetry Prompt

By Heather Eure 9 Comments

Spanish Lace: Perception Poetry Prompt- Consider the people of Spain and those who inspired this coveted lace. Come write with us.

Filed Under: Blog, Lace Poems, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Spanish Lace, Themed Writing Projects, writing prompts

Spanish Lace: Playlist & Poetry Prompt

By Heather Eure 50 Comments

Spanish Lace Poetry Prompt

If you look closely, the intricate pattern of Spanish Lace has a story to tell. We’ve woven together a new playlist of songs—from Spanish lace to lace in general, from the group Paper Lace to some great Spanish love songs. An intoxicating variety of tunes, and a poetry prompt.

Filed Under: Blog, Dream Poems, Music, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Spanish Lace, Themed Writing Projects, writing prompts

Doors & Passageways: Dancers and Dreams Poetry Prompts

By T.S. Poetry 53 Comments

Ballet Dancers at the Door Poetry Poems

Doors and passageways poetry prompts. Who will you be, what will you do, to get that door to your dreams open? Put it in a poem.

Filed Under: Blog, Coffee Poems, Doors Poems, Poems, poetry, poetry prompt, poetry teaching resources, Themed Writing Projects, Writing Tips

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