OH MY GOSH!! I think this book is taking a spot in my top 10 favorite books list. It may be simple and it may be just a book of poems but wow is it powerful. It shows how powerful words can be!
My top two favorite poems are Correction and Announcement. These poems are the ones where Gabriella and daydreamers everywhere are seen and acknowledged. It shows the power a teacher holds in understanding their students. In showing their students they care and letting students be creative. A teacher can be a lifeline in a student’s life and this book shows just that.
Mr. Spicer helps Gabriella at a time whether he knows it or not that is difficult for her. Her parents are divorcing and lots of yelling and frustration are occurring. Gabriella’s mom is working to make ends meet and she dislikes Gabriella’s daydreaming too because she feels that it prohibits Gabriella from helping her more.
In the end, Gabriella’s daydreams are beautiful and she even writes her own book!
Happy reading and remember let your words spring wings and fly to those who need them. Your words are POWERFUL!