Charles Waters & Irene Latham Talk Poetry for Kids
Release Date: 05/20/2023
Gather: 2026 Scholarship Celebration and Info Session
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
Each year, Boyds Mills proudly celebrates the inspiring journeys of our scholarship recipients and opens the door to a new season of scholarship opportunities. Join us for this special session to hear directly from past awardees, learn about our one-of-a-kind programs (offered both at our retreat center and online), and discover how you can apply for or support our 2026 scholarships.
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#Gather: A Morning at the Whole Novel
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
Have you ever wondered what a morning at Whole Novel feels like at the retreat center. Or wished you could bring that feeling home with you? Join Alison and Sarah for a cozy taste of a Whole Novel morning. We’ll begin with a short, nourishing talk from Sarah on how to place yourself inside your story, followed by shared writing time in community.
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#Gather: Writing for and Writing WITH Kids
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
Our stories help kids see themselves in the world—and if we’re lucky, spark a lifelong love of reading. For many stories, the love of reading ignites another skill— writing! In many classrooms, books serve to nurture readers and young writers. Join us for our next free HFGather exploring what it means to write with kids, and why discovering how to write with kids is an important skill for those who write for kids! Our panelists include Diana Ma and Valerie Bolling who, using their educational backgrounds, have crafted pedagogical books about...
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The Resilient Writer: Writing Through Trauma and Grief
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
We bring much of ourselves to our work—for the better, many would agree—especially when writing for kids and teens. But, how do we do this work without harm to ourselves? How do we nurture our wounds, while providing honesty and hope to our readers? For this special #HFGather, join Heather Demetrios to work through writing strategies and talk about the importance of these heartfelt stories for kids and teens.
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Celebrating National Poetry Month with Poets!
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
Charles Waters and Irene Latham lead our first-ever National Poetry Month Celebration showcasing their NEW poetry collection for children, IF I COULD CHOOSE A BEST DAY. Special guests join for a reading and discussion.
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2025 Scholarship Celebration and Information Session
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Our first HFGather of the year focused on celebrating our scholarship program and answering questions. With panelists Alison Green Myers, Nancy So Miller, Trisha Elam Walker, Hoda Elmasry and Darla Himeles.
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Patti Gauch, Session 4
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
Patti Gauch, a legendary faculty at the Highlights Foundation, has been inspiring authors for over 40 years. Her insightful lectures and mentorship have shaped countless careers. Recently, she revisited some of her favorite Highlights Foundation lectures, and they’re being released now for the first time. This is session 4.
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Patti Gauch, Session 3
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
Patti Gauch, a legendary faculty at the Highlights Foundation, has been inspiring authors for over 40 years. Her insightful lectures and mentorship have shaped countless careers. Recently, she revisited some of her favorite Highlights Foundation lectures, and they’re being released now for the first time. This is session 3.
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Patti Gauch, Session 2
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
Patti Gauch, a legendary faculty at the Highlights Foundation, has been inspiring authors for over 40 years. Her insightful lectures and mentorship have shaped countless careers. Recently, she revisited some of her favorite Highlights Foundation lectures, and they’re being released now for the first time. Here is session 2.
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Patti Gauch, Session 1
Gather, a Kidlit Podcast
Patti Gauch, a legendary faculty at the Highlights Foundation, has been inspiring authors for over 40 years. Her insightful lectures and mentorship have shaped countless careers. Recently, she revisited some of her favorite Highlights Foundation lectures, and they’re being released now for the first time. This is session 1.
info_outlinePoets Charles Waters and Irene Latham were on campus for their workshop Poetry for Kids: A World of Publishing Possibilities. George Brown hosted them on our podcast to talk more about how their partnership came about, the market and craft of writing poetry for kids, and their writing practices.