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Selected Poems of Myra Cohn Livingston

Biography

Myra Cohn Livingston was an esteemed American poet whose work profoundly influenced children's literature. Known for her lyrical and evocative poetry, Livingston expertly captured the wonder and curiosity of childhood, often exploring themes of nature, family, and the seasons. Her ability to convey complex emotions with clarity and simplicity endeared her to readers of all ages. Beyond her own writing, Livingston was a passionate educator and anthologist, nurturing the talents of young poets and shaping the landscape of children's poetry in the United States. Her legacy continues to inspire and enchant new generations of readers and writers.

List of Poems

Shell
Calender

Shell

When it was time
for Show and Tell,
Adam brought a big pink shell.

He told about
the ocean roar
and walking on the sandy shore.

And then he passed
the shell around.
We listened to the water sound.

And that's the first time
I could hear
the wild waves calling to my ear.

Calender

January shivers,
February shines,
March blows off
the winter ice,
April makes the
mornings nice,
May is hopscotch lines.

June is
deep blue swimming,
Picnics are July,
August is
my birthday,
September whistles by.

October is
for roller skates,
November is
the fireplace,
December is
the best because
of sleds
and snow
and Santa Claus.