Regie Routman shares a selection of free verse poems written by kindergartners she's worked with that will inspire your kindergartners to think, "I can write poems like this too!" She shows you how to use these poems as models for children to write poems about things they know and care about: eating popcorn, playing in June, wishing for a pet dog, and more. Expertly tailoring her lessons to this special grade level, Regie shares how to invite children to appreciate the model poem by asking, "What do you notice?" You'll learn how to demonstrate the poetry-writing process to kindergartners: thinking aloud and drafting poems about your own life, and then collaborating on a poem together before children write on their own. Includes 20 reproducible poems written and illustrated by kindergartners. Perfect for classroom teachers and parents!