I'm finding that writing contests are a great way to get inspired! So here's my entry in Vivian Kirkfield's
#50 PRECIOUS WORDS WRITING CHALLENGE
In honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday, Vivian is having us write a story using only 50 words, unlike Dr. Seuss who used limited words over and over again. Get it? Two different approaches to a fun writing prompt that I suggest you try!
So here's mine, inspired by what I do a my job all the time - try to entice young readers! Whether it's getting the shy one to come to storytime, or getting new readers to challenge themselves in a new genre, I spend a lot of time connecting kids with books. It's my passion! Thanks for reading!
I Heard a Roar
Mama said, story time?
No.
It’ll be fun.
No.
You’re friends are going in-
I watched them run to the door. I stayed near Mama.
She might read one you’ll
like?
Lions?
Maybe dinosaurs, boats?
You read.
I’ll be right here.
I walked to the door. I heard a roar.
Awww, a shy child overcomes their fear. This is really cute Eileen! Thumbs up!
ReplyDeleteThanks Traci!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Connecting kids to reading is a worthwhile cause. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading Jen!
DeleteGreat job capturing that moment when a story outweighs the need to hold tight.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteWonderful, Eileen. I'm thrilled she found her roar!
ReplyDeleteThanks Vivian, it was fun to write with a 50-word limit!
DeleteThese are 50 perfect words. I loved it. Reminds me of me (I was a preschool dropout) Thanks for sharing this precious story with us.
ReplyDeletePreschool dropout! You've come a long way ;)
DeleteI'll need to use this when getting my son to read. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThanks Gregory, good luck!
DeleteVery cute! I'm glad the child took the plunge!
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda!
DeleteTaking that first brave step can be difficult, but then ... excitement is a great draw card. Lovely story.
ReplyDeleteThank you for commenting Norah! I have a Nora!
DeleteAlways hard to leave mom. MC was brave.
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting Janie!
DeleteNicely done. I was the painfully shy little one who usually would refuse to go in.
ReplyDeleteI love to watch those shy ones grow up and find their voices!
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