Here’s a free poetry prompt from Awakening the Heart, a bestselling resource for teaching poetry, now fully updated with new lessons, exercises, and writing prompts that engage today’s kids.

Since I began Heart Mapping over twenty years ago, I've also become a collector of hearts. And in this spirit, I've curated a collection of my favorite heart-themed items—little reminders that inspire me to feel deeply and cherish the beauty in every moment.

A Menu of Possibilities for us to reset our hearts and minds together. Here's a snapshot of experiences and tools I’m offering this year, crafted with love.

Here are some of my favorite winter-themed poetry books. These books include different perspectives related to the winter season, offering ideas and imagery to inspire students’ poetic expressions.

Embrace the spirit of connection by engaging in a collaborative poetry project, weaving a cloth of love that connects students with their stories and nurtures a tightly-knit classroom community.

Start a beautiful new Thanksgiving tradition with these simple and heartfelt activities: a poem before your meal and a Heart Map after.

Is there anything more enjoyable than snuggling up with a poetry book and a cozy cup of hot chocolate on a chilly autumn day? Here are the top poetry books I recommend for fall and several oldies but goodies that celebrate the spooky season.

These poetry books can help nurture emotionally intelligent kids and build self-awareness

Here is a selection of my Top Ten Poetry Books About School and some poetry prompts to accompany them.

Step-by-step instructions and tips for making a Heart Map

To celebrate summer, I’ve curated some of my Top Summer Poetry Book Picks and paired each one with an inspiring activity that complements the themes and poems within.

An activity with heart shaped paper, seeded with wildflowers, for writing poems of hope

New year updates, heart resources, and a new poem

News from November, a poem from Nikki Grimes, and some tools you might enjoy