Two Poems by Riley T.

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What is Red?

Red is ladybugs’ wings.

Baseball stripes are red on a white ball.

Red is fire burning.

Cardinals are red and a sign of heaven.

Red is the stripes on the American flag.

Rose petals are red in spring.

Strawberries are red that I have for lunch.

Red is a watermelon in summer.

The Emergency sign is red.

Red is crabs on a beach.

Spring

Softball season for me

Praying at lenten time

Ringing church bells at Holy Thursday mass

Important to keep God in your hearts

Nature is pretty when trees bloom

God’s trees and flowers are growing

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Riley T. is seven years old. She is going into 2nd grade. She likes to play tennis. She also enjoys crafting and reading. One day, she would like to travel to Paris, France!

Our Stirring Words issue is all about odd, interesting, or inspiring words and phrases. What is your favorite word right now? 

Ganache (chocolate) — I love to bake and watch baking shows!

Your poem is all about the color red. Why did you choose this color and word as a subject for a poem?

I chose red because I thought that nobody else would choose it. It’s a unique color to write about. I wanted to write about something different from everybody else. 

What is your favorite topic to study in school?

My favorite topic in school is reading. 

What is the most interesting thing you recently learned?

I recently learned that some $2 bills can be worth a lot of money!

What book are you currently reading or read most recently? Would you recommend this book to other readers?

I am reading The Baby-Sitter’s Club series. Yes! I would recommend it to kids 6 years and older.