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Inspire Young Minds to Read and Write Poetry

Inspire Young Minds to Read and Write PoetryInspire Young Minds to Read and Write PoetryInspire Young Minds to Read and Write Poetry

Inspire Young Minds to Read and Write Poetry

Inspire Young Minds to Read and Write PoetryInspire Young Minds to Read and Write PoetryInspire Young Minds to Read and Write Poetry

 "I'm so pleased to have these books by VA Rivera as resources for teaching my poetry unit. No more moans and groans from students when I introduce poetry!" — Mrs. Hernandez, ESL Teacher,  Bronx, NY 

Books by Valerie

I AM PUPPY

I AM PUPPY

I AM PUPPY

I Am Puppy is a charming story full of imagination. With simple adventures and beautiful illustrations by Brooklyn Liu, it introduces young readers to Puppy’s world—one of wonder, surprise, and playful discovery.

SOY CACHORRO

I AM PUPPY

I AM PUPPY

Soy Cachorro es una cuento encantadora y llena de imaginación. Con aventuras sencillas y hermosas ilustraciones de Brooklyn Liu, introduce a los pequeños lectores al mundo de Cachorro: un mundo de asombro, sorpresa y descubrimientos lúdicos.

KIDS READ AND WRITE JAPANESE HAIKU

KIDS READ AND WRITE JAPANESE HAIKU

KIDS READ AND WRITE JAPANESE HAIKU

A fun, beginner-friendly guide to Haiku for ages 6–11, this charming book by retired educator VA Rivera introduces kids to Japanese poetry while sparking creativity through vivid themes, sensory language, and imaginative expression.

KIDS READ AND WRITE JAPANESE TANKA

KIDS READ AND WRITE JAPANESE HAIKU

KIDS READ AND WRITE JAPANESE HAIKU

Perfect for ages 8 and up, this engaging book introduces kids to Japanese Tanka poetry. With fun themes and student examples, it encourages creativity, emotional expression, and a love of writing

Poetry Workshop

VA Rivera's Poetry Workshops allow children to experience the joy of reading and writing poetry individually, with friends, and into the future. The class includes a Free Japanese-style writing pen.

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