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5 Ways to Inspire Your Children to Write Poetry

In an age of technology where some children learn to type before they print, prose could be a pastime.
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In an age of technology where some children learn to type before they print, prose could be a pastime. But, Disney Junior is getting tots enthused about the written word with A Poem Is.... The minute-long snippets will include the work of classic and contemporary poets read by celebrities and paired with animation. The vignettes will air between full-length shows beginning on Feb. 14. We asked the executive producer of the series, Brian Hohlfeld, for some tips on getting kids to pen their own work.

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Sneak Preview! Katie Holmes Reads Poetry For Disney

Katie Holmes is teaching her daughter, Suri Cruise, and other children to appreciate the written word.

Katie Holmes is teaching her daughter, Suri Cruise, and other children to appreciate the written word. The actress and mom lent her voice to Disney Junior's new show, A Poem Is.... The minute-long snippets will include the work of classic and contemporary poets read by celebrities and paired with animation. The vignettes will air in between full-length shows beginning on Feb. 14. Mom of two Jennifer Garner has also signed onto the project. Disney gave us the exclusive sneak peek of Holmes reading "Mice" by Rose Fyleman. Check it out!