Friday, March 15, 2013

Ten Picture Books

Ten new Picture Books sit on a shelf.
You're invited to come and pick one yourself.
Buddy came up first, he stood in line.
He boldly grabbed one, now there's only nine.
Tiffany took her turn, she could hardly wait.
She decided on one, now there's only eight.
Wally loved the library, he called it heaven.
He chose his favorite, now there's only seven.
Peter filled with glee, looked at the mix.
He found his favorite, now there's only six.
The frenzy went on, Mandy next to arrive.
She picked one out, now there's only five.
Miranda walked in next, she wanted to explore.
She grabbed her favorite, now there's only four.
Erica got her chance, a moment to see.
She found her favorite, now there's only three.
Three picture books left, each one brand new.
Until Joshua took one, now there's only two.
Michelle saw the ruckus, she joined the fun.
She took her favorite, now there's only one.
Jody had no choice, only one to choose.
She grabbed the last, a book she can use.
The librarian had noticed the shelf had none.
She placed ten more, you can choose one.


Friday, March 8, 2013

BE HAPPY !


It's not fun to be pouty,
I rather be silly.
It's not fun  to be grumpy,
it's better to be funny.
It's not fun to be crabby,
I like to be zany.
It's not fun to be grouchy,
I rather be happy.
It's not fun to be moody,
it's better to be cheery.
It's not fun to be angry,
I like to be friendly.
I don't want to miss,
A life full of bliss.
So I will try this,
Instead of being crabby,
I am gonna be happy.

Friday, March 1, 2013

Kids

They smile and cheer, 
they have so much fun.
They run and catch,
they play with everyone.
They wiggle and twist,
they're funny in all they do.
They skip and jump,
they ride their bikes too.
They see and touch, 
they look around.
They yell and scream,
they make so many sounds.
They giggle and laugh,
with old friends and new.
They fight and fall,
they get dirty too.
They have so much fun,
they are a joy to see.
They are the ones,
that bring out the kid in me.

Friday, February 22, 2013

Stop, Look, Read

Check out the cover, look inside the book.
Turn the page over, take a closer look.
Read the first line, imagine what you find.
You uncover a story, that will dazzle your mind.
You find every page has a story to tell,
All about the characters and places they dwell.
This exciting new tale begins on page one,
You soon will discover that reading is fun.
Open up a book, read the first page.
The scene will emerge just like a stage.
You discover another world inside this book.
The adventure begins the moment you look.
You come across a story where a tale is told.
You read every word and watch it unfold.
The excitement continues beyond page one.
You experience the thrill that reading is fun.

Friday, February 15, 2013

Feed the one !

Jim and Tim did not get along.
They fought and argued every single day.
"Give it back," Jim shouted.
Jim grabbed his brother from behind 
and wrestled him to the floor.
"What's going on in there?" their mother asked.
Their father walked in and separated the boys.
"Will you boys ever stop fighting?"
The two parents decided enough is enough.
The boys will spend a weekend with Grandpa.
Jim and Tim followed Grandpa to the car.
"Where are we going?" Jim asked Grandpa.
"Let's visit an animal sanctuary," Grandpa announced. 
They stopped near a large gated fence
where lions roamed in the field.
Grandpa sat both boys down
and proceeded to tell them a story.
"There are two lions that continue
to fight over everything.
One lion was full of anger, 
hate and resentment.
The other lion was full of
love, peace and compassion."
"Which lion do you think will
win this fight?" Grandpa asked them.
The two brothers looked at each other
and shook their heads. "We don't know."
"The one you feed." Grandpa replied.
Grandpa leaned over and
whispered to them.
"The same fight is going
on the inside of you."
"Which one will you feed?

Friday, February 8, 2013

Be My Valentine


I'll send you a card,
and write you a letter.
I'll bring you some hugs,
to make it even better.
I'll make you some tea,
and cook your favorite food.
Set up a candle lit dinner,
for a romantic mood.
We'll cuddle on the couch,
and watch some TV.
In a quiet moment,
you lean and kiss me.
We'll sit on the patio,
and watch the sun set.
I'll recite you a poem,
from the moment we met.
When the night draws near,
we'll go for a walk.
We'll stroll by the beach,
where we'll sit and talk.
In the light of the night,
under the shining moon.
I'll take you in my arms,
and sing you a tune.
We'll lie on the sand,
and scan the night sky.
Make a wish on a star,
before it goes by.
When the night is over,
we'll hold each other tight.
We have one long kiss,
before we say good night.


Friday, January 25, 2013

WHAT IS IT ?


Check out this riddle, I have for you.
Solve this mystery with this clue.
A seven letter word, is the first hint,
You gather information that's found in print.
Inside this place you can always find,
More words than you can fill your mind.
With plenty of books for you to choose,
It's far more than you could ever use.
Your favorite authors are listed from A to Z,
You can check out these books for free.
Discover your category, you love to read,
Use a Dewey system when there's a need.
It sure comes in handy when you know,
There's always a place that you can go.
It's a fascinating site, you got to admit.
The whole family can come, so what is it?


It's a Library!

Friday, December 28, 2012

E is for Exercise



So are you ready to get fit?
Do you have the time to commit?
Exercise is easy, it can be done.
It's a work out and it's really fun.
If you stumble now and then,
Just get back up and start again.
Choose one exercise that suits you,
There is so much that you can do.
Aerobics, ballet and dance too,
Even a treadmill, to name a few.
Go for a jog or get on a bike,
Play some tennis or go on a hike.
You don't have to run a race,
You can go at your own pace.
Stretch a little bit, followed by a swim,
You can use weights to stay trim.
Head to the gym and kick up your feet,
You can do it with rhythm and beat.
They tell you, it's healthy and fun,
Whether you walk or you run.
You can exercise an hour each day,
Bring along a friend and start today.
No more excuses, it's time to commit,
Set yourself a goal and just do it.




Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Lost & Found

Joey was on his way to class when he
accidentally dropped his ten dollar bill.
Mr. Z, the teacher picked up the ten dollars and
 placed it on the desk at the lost and found room.
Billy walked in and spotted the ten dollars.
He grabbed the money and handed the ten
dollars to Randy in exchange for his comic book.
Randy trekked over to Marty's house and handed
his friend ten dollars for the latest comic book.
Marty made his way to Jill's house and 
handed her the ten dollars to pay off his debt.
Jill headed over to the neighbors house and handed the
gentleman ten dollars in exchange for a bucket of apples.
The neighbor took a trip to Billy's house and handed
the young boy ten dollars for picking the apples.
Billy raced back to the lost and found room
and placed the ten dollars back on the desk.
Joey headed over to the lost and found room, 
where he discovered his missing ten dollar bill.
IS IT POSSIBLE,
 ALL TRANSACTIONS ARE LEGIT?
THINK ABOUT IT. 

Friday, December 21, 2012

THE FIRST CHRISTMAS


The word came true when the time was right.
When the shepherds saw the beautiful sight.
It's our Savior Jesus who was born,
He came from heaven in the early morn.
It was that night when salvation had begun,
When God had sent his beloved Son.
He came down to save us from our sin,
We could surely see God's love within.
He took our place for our sake,
So that our bondage of sin would break.
So every Christmas, we recall that day,
We proclaim it's Jesus birthday. 


Saturday, October 20, 2012

Which Book?

Buddy picked up six books from the library.
He placed the books on his desk.
He sat down and pondered which book to read first.
Suddenly the first book popped up and stepped forward.
"Pick me!" cried Book one.
"Look inside, it's full of adventure."
Buddy heard another voice.
He looked up and noticed Book two staring at him.
"Don't listen to him," Book two replied.
"My book is funny, you'll laugh out loud."
The third book stood up and came forward.
"Read me!" book three said. "My book is about dinosaurs."
Book four edged forward.
"My book is better," book four proclaimed.
"You can learn about your favorite animals."
The fifth book came up and hollered, "Wait!"
"Examine mine," book five exclaimed,
"It's about your favorite hero."
The sixth book took his turn.
"Don't forget me," book six replied.
"This book is written by your favorite author."
WHICH BOOK SHALL BUDDY CHOOSE?
Which book would you choose?

Saturday, September 15, 2012

Go to the Library!




It's awesome, spectacular, you'll love this place,
It's remarkable, it's astonishing, it's a huge place.
It's magnificent, it's sensational, it's beyond compare,
It's so amazing, I got to tell you where.
It's not a bookstore that you need to go,
But a place you'll find all you need to know.
I can hear you now, what's all this fuss,
But I found a place that's great for all of us.
When you walk in, I know you'll agree,
With so many books, you can quickly see,
No matter what you choose, it's going to be fun,
So go to the library and pick up more than one.
  


Friday, September 7, 2012

I Know An Author


I know an author who swallowed a book,
I don't know why he swallowed a book,
he gave me a funny look.
I know an author who swallowed some art,
He was really smart to swallow some art.
He swallowed the art to go inside the book,
I don't know why he swallowed a book,
he gave me a funny look.
I know an author who swallowed a word,
That's what I heard he swallowed a word.
He swallowed the word to go with the art,
He swallowed the art to go inside the book,
I don't know why he swallowed a book,
he gave me a funny look.
I know an author who swallowed a pen,
He did it again, he swallowed a pen.
He swallowed the pen to add to the word,
He swallowed the word to go with the art,
He swallowed the art to go inside the book.
I don't know why he swallowed the book,
he gave me a funny look.
I know an author who swallowed a Query letter.
He felt much better when he swallowed a letter.
He swallowed the letter to go with the pen,
He swallowed the pen to add to the word,
He swallowed the word to go with the art,
He swallowed the art to go inside the book.
I don't know why he swallowed the book,
he gave me a funny look.
I know an author who swallowed a box,
He looked like an ox when he swallowed a box.
He swallowed the box to go with the letter,
He swallowed the letter to go with the pen,
He swallowed the pen to add to the word,
He swallowed the word to go with the art,
He swallowed the art to go inside the book,
I don't know why he swallowed a book,
he gave me a funny look.
I know an author who swallowed a stamp.
He is a scamp for swallowing the stamp.
He swallowed the stamp to go on the box,
He swallowed the box to go with the letter,
He swallowed the letter to go with the pen,
He swallowed the pen to add to the word,
He swallowed the word to go with the art,
He swallowed the art to go inside the book,
I don't know why he swallowed the book,
he gave me a funny look.
He coughed up a box with his book and Query letter inside.
He mailed the box to a publishing house.
The editor opened the box and found the author's book inside.
Will the editor publish the author's book?
Stay tuned........................................................