National Poetry Month was created in 1996.
Yes, April is National Poetry month.
National Poetry MonthNational Poetry Month is held each April to celebrate poetry and its important place in American culture. People celebrate it in because they believe poetry is an important aspect of our society.
Projects and ResourcesTeachers can get ideas for projects and lessons for National Poetry Month from Poets.org and other sites (see Related Links).
National Garden Month and national Kite Month
Your friend was telling the truth this time. April is national poetry month! Might I suggest "Song of Myself" by Walt Whitman?
October is the National Apple Month.
November is National Turkey Month.
June is National Turkey Lovers' Month!
No theme other than the overall promotion of poetry itself ~ look to the link below .
Some programs for National Poetry Month in April 2011 included poetry readings at libraries, bookstores, and schools, writing workshops, poetry contests, open mic nights, and online poetry challenges. Many communities and organizations also hosted special events featuring renowned poets and organized poetry slams to celebrate the month.
october is the national pizza month