Podcast – Nikki Grimes
In this episode, we’re thrilled to bring you an excerpt from The Music of Language by Nikki Grimes.
Nikki’s accolades include the Virginia Hamilton Lifetime Achievement Award, the ALAN Award for outstanding contributions to young adult literature, the Children’s Literature Legacy Award, the Virginia Hamilton Literary Award, the NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children, a Sibert and a Printz Honor as well as the Coretta Scott King Book Award among others.
Nikki Grimes came to Picture Book Summit to share how lyrical picture books can help children learn to love language and how you can be a part of building that appreciation for reading (and daydreaming). We think Nikki’s poetry will inspire you too!
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Can’t get enough of Nikki Grimes? Listen to her read more of her poetry, share how she discovered Golden Shovel Poetry, and work through exercises Nikki suggests to improve the musicality of your language in her full presentation: THE MUSIC OF LANGUAGE! Get lifetime access today!
Nikki Grimes take on poetry is inspiring and encouraging for any picture book writer. Check it out now.
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