Unique You
This is about an autistic boy I work with.16 total reviews
Comment from Faith Williams
Your lovely poem resonates with me. I particularly like your last stanza especially the final line, 'embrace the unique you.' I think 'normal' people struggle with this thought as well.
My youngest is on the spectrum though most people might just think him odd. Social skills are not his strength and yet he perceives things most people miss.
So often I think education's goal is to mold children to place in a box and if a child doesn't fit into the mold, others view the child as 'different'. And not in a good way.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful poem.
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2024
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Your lovely poem resonates with me. I particularly like your last stanza especially the final line, 'embrace the unique you.' I think 'normal' people struggle with this thought as well.
My youngest is on the spectrum though most people might just think him odd. Social skills are not his strength and yet he perceives things most people miss.
So often I think education's goal is to mold children to place in a box and if a child doesn't fit into the mold, others view the child as 'different'. And not in a good way.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful poem.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2024
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Thanks for the nice review!
Comment from Bobby Jo
oh wow. My youngest is graduating hs this spring, and I'm finding myself wanting to go back and spend more time, write more of their little talks, record it all. time slips fast. good job.
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2024
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oh wow. My youngest is graduating hs this spring, and I'm finding myself wanting to go back and spend more time, write more of their little talks, record it all. time slips fast. good job.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2024
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Thank you so much! Yes, they grow up way too fast!
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice image and presentation, Jodi Ann..
-Your notes are appreciated.
-You wrote a very good tribute to your student,
and your pride in his development shows through.
-Effective imagery and rhyme.
-A very good opening verse.
-I also like the third verse as you show us
how you work with this young student.
-A very good closing verse.
-A very good entry; good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2024
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-Very nice image and presentation, Jodi Ann..
-Your notes are appreciated.
-You wrote a very good tribute to your student,
and your pride in his development shows through.
-Effective imagery and rhyme.
-A very good opening verse.
-I also like the third verse as you show us
how you work with this young student.
-A very good closing verse.
-A very good entry; good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 10-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2024
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You made my day with your wonderful review!
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You are very welcome; I am glad you appreciated my review.
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
This is an excellent entry for the Children's Rhyming Poem writing prompt. This is a special poem for a special type of child that is often misunderstood and set aside rather than being treated as special and loved for their uniqueness. Very nicely written. Good luck.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2024
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This is an excellent entry for the Children's Rhyming Poem writing prompt. This is a special poem for a special type of child that is often misunderstood and set aside rather than being treated as special and loved for their uniqueness. Very nicely written. Good luck.
Comment Written 10-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2024
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Thanks so much for your kind words!
Comment from Barry Penfold
Very good contest entry. Rhyming is clever and works particularly well in this poem. Love the image. Yes, the world of a child is certainly different to that of an adult. Fortunately, I have retained a lot of memories of my childhood. Take care and have a wonderful day.
Cheers
Barry Penfold.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2024
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Very good contest entry. Rhyming is clever and works particularly well in this poem. Love the image. Yes, the world of a child is certainly different to that of an adult. Fortunately, I have retained a lot of memories of my childhood. Take care and have a wonderful day.
Cheers
Barry Penfold.
Comment Written 10-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2024
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Thanks for your nice review Barry!
Comment from bob cullen
Love your poem and I love the sound of you. Carers and parents are the most special of all the people the Good Lord made. My wife's sister and brother-in-law live nearby, and they have an autistic son, now 34. Watching them I see the difficulties they encounter. I also see a quality so rare in humanity generally. Many of you teachers share that quality and I thank you for that.
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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Love your poem and I love the sound of you. Carers and parents are the most special of all the people the Good Lord made. My wife's sister and brother-in-law live nearby, and they have an autistic son, now 34. Watching them I see the difficulties they encounter. I also see a quality so rare in humanity generally. Many of you teachers share that quality and I thank you for that.
Comment Written 09-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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Thank you so much for your kind and caring words!
Comment from Brenda Strauser
I enjoyed reading this poem. I am a retired special education teacher. I have worked with autistic students. They do live in a different world. You described your feelings well how you feel about the little boy. Very good job
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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I enjoyed reading this poem. I am a retired special education teacher. I have worked with autistic students. They do live in a different world. You described your feelings well how you feel about the little boy. Very good job
Comment Written 09-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
Comment from harmony13
I felt this poem is exceptional and describes well the mind of a child! The poem is descriptive, interesting and creative. Both my grown sons worked with autistic young adults. They learned a lot from them. The author's words flow and connect well. I also loved the title of this poem.
The artwork is awesome!
An exceptional poem!
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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I felt this poem is exceptional and describes well the mind of a child! The poem is descriptive, interesting and creative. Both my grown sons worked with autistic young adults. They learned a lot from them. The author's words flow and connect well. I also loved the title of this poem.
The artwork is awesome!
An exceptional poem!
Comment Written 08-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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Thank you so much for the six stars! This means so much to me!
Comment from estory
What comes through in your poem here is this yearning to have a relationship with this boy closed up within his own little world. The mystery of that little world in his mind seems beyond our reach here. But there is also a sense of embracing the truth of one's unique character, and soul. The idea of loving someone in spite of their flaws for being unique. estory
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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What comes through in your poem here is this yearning to have a relationship with this boy closed up within his own little world. The mystery of that little world in his mind seems beyond our reach here. But there is also a sense of embracing the truth of one's unique character, and soul. The idea of loving someone in spite of their flaws for being unique. estory
Comment Written 08-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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Thank for this review and you hit the nail on the head with this one!
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
A special poem about a special bond with a student and I enjoyed the sentiment here Jodi, good rhymes and I wish you luck with the contest, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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A special poem about a special bond with a student and I enjoyed the sentiment here Jodi, good rhymes and I wish you luck with the contest, love Dolly x
Comment Written 08-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
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Thanks so much Dolly!
