Wednesday, May 21, 2014

DMC: "shovels" by Amanda Boyarshinov




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Laura Purdie Salas has challenged us to come up with a water-themed cinquain this month.  (Click HERE for details.)  If you would like to be in the running for a copy of Laura's new book, WATER CAN BE..., use the contact form in the sidebar to the right to send me your splashtastic poem!



7 comments:

  1. Ooooh... the thrill of the hunt! I like how you build the tension and anticipation with all those repeating "s" sounds. Well done, Amanda!

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  2. I'd love to look for shark teeth, and you've captured the excitement in your poem. Here in Colorado, we'd be sifting for gold! Love the 'sift and scoop'!

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  3. Enjoyed the surprise of looking for something sharp, followed quickly by SHARKTOOTH! Nice work.

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  4. Awe - thank you Michelle for featuring me =) Such an honor! What a fun challenge, I am enjoying reading them all!

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  5. Treasure hunts are so much fun. The picture recalls a memory for me. Love all the s sounds.

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  6. Hi Michelle, Your email came in a little late; I'm glad I got it. I love Amanda's cinquain.
    Good job, Amanda.

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  7. Ooh, wonderful sound and a great surprise at the end. Love the whole graphic too. Great job!

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