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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 5h

And... ACTION! Teachers, spark your students' interest in poetry and help hone their digital literacy skills! Enroll your class (or instruct students to enroll on their own) in our Poetry Video Contest. See details at: steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/ #STEMed #StudentContest #VideoContest

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

If you're looking for a gift for a special little one, consider preordering SILLY DUCKIES. Perhaps you'd like to pick up its equally adorable companion book, SILLY PUPPIES, too! Two delightful books —for twice the giggles & cuddles! 👉 amazon.com/Silly-Duckie...

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Eleven poets. Forty poems. Endless possibilities as poetry connects with STEAM learning across the curriculum! Teachers, let your students choose a poem from our Contest Poetry Packet and bring it to life in a STEAM Poetry Video! Registration is open! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/ #TechEd #STEM

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Teachers, what kind of video can students create with a simple poetry prompt? Here’s one student's interpretation of Raven Howell’s poem, “Art Smart,” a Notable Video Winner! Watch the video & learn how your students can participate. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... @ravenhowell.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Registration for the STEAM Poetry Video Contest is OPEN! Teachers, invite your jr. high, high school, and college students to explore STEAM topics through the lens of poetry and create engaging videos for younger learners. 👉https://steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/ #studentvideos

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Take students on a poetic journey through the Moon’s ever-changing appearance! Use this video as a springboard in lessons about Moon phases, tides, and the lunar cycle. Video by Talia S., a Texas Woman's University student. steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... #internationalobservethemoonday

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Student Video: Moon’s Faces and Phases

Look up! The Moon is changing again! In “Moon’s Faces and Phases,” student filmmaker Talia Sifuentes brings Sallie Wolf’s playful poem to life, creating an engaging introduction to the Moon’s ever-…

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Meet SALLIE WOLF— Artist, Poet & Curious Observer Sallie's poem, “Moon’s Faces and Phases,” a 2026 Notable Poetry Video, will be posted soon! Meanwhile, visit her blog to learn more about her fascinating Moon Project. It’s truly amazing! 👉 salliewolf.com/moon-project/ #ObserveTheMoon #MoonPhases

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

When I was a kid, I loved Paint by Number! It was fascinating to watch a picture slowly come to life. But waiting for the paint to dry was really hard! 🙄 —Art by Maud Tousey Fangel #NationalColoringDay #artist

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Meet CHARLES GHIGNA—acclaimed poet and author of more than 5,000 poems and 100 books! We’re thrilled to have another of Charles’s poems in our Contest Poetry Packet—and excited to share his new book, FINDING THE LIGHT. Preorder at finishinglinepress.com/product/find... @charlesghigna.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

It’s National Literacy Day! Time to celebrate bookworms, word crafters, and hungry minds! Hope you'll enjoy my analogy poem, "Chews to Read." #nationalliteracyday #bookworm

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

“Reading is a passport to countless adventures.” – Mary Pope Osborne. Happy Read a Book Day! #ReadABookDay #kidsbooks #literacy #readwithme

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Shout-out to our eSTEAMed Poets who've contributed STEAM-inspired poems to this year’s Poetry Packet! They put their own creative spin on Science, Tech, Engineering, Art & Math—we can't wait for teachers & students to discover their poems! Registration opens Oct. 1. steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Thrill seekers, take note! ROLLER COASTER is an award-winning student-created video where poetry meets design & engineering! Explore the science behind the twists, turns, and thrills of roller coasters. Free classroom resources! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/rollercoaster/ #NationalRollerCoasterDay #STEM

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Student Video: Rollercoaster!

How do engineers build roller coasters? What role does gravity play in roller coaster physics? Poem provides a springboard for STEM discussions!

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Teachers, as lesson plans start coming together for the new school year, here's one project to keep on your radar! The STEAM Powered Poetry Student Video Contest gives students the chance to transform poetry into engaging STEAM videos for younger learners. 👉 www.STEAMPoweredPoetry.com #backtoschool

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

More award-winning poetry videos are coming soon! Each student-created video brings poetry and STEAM concepts to life, making learning fun for children at home and in the classroom. Here's a sneak peek at our upcoming premieres. Don't miss our monthly posts—Subscribe at www.SteamPoweredPoetry.com

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Help children discover the importance of handwashing with Louann Brown's easy-to-make craft, "Goodbye Germs!" Pair it with the WASH YOUR HANDS video to encourage conversations about good hygiene. Download classroom resources free! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... #KidsCraft #preschool

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Keep young minds learning all summer long! Using paper cups, little astronauts can build their very own rocket ship. Pair this hands-on activity w/ the video "The International Space Station." Explore all our free resources! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/the-internat... #KidsCraft #STEMforKids #KidsVideo

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Kenn Nesbitt - Poetry4kids @kennnesbitt.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Steam Powered Poetry: "Student Video: My Shadow" kennn.com/FOoT1F #ChildrensPoetry #Poetry4kids @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Turn sunshine into science with this hands-on STEAM craft! The “Paper Plate Sundial Craft” blends art, observation, and early science concepts like Earth’s rotation and shadows. A fun way for children to learn how people told time long before digital devices! steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide...

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

MY SHADOW, 3rd Place Winner by Carrie B. of Texas Woman’s U., brings the science of shadows to life through poetry & digital storytelling. Teachers, invite your Ss to create educational videos! Contest opens 10-1-26. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... @txwomans.bsky.social #LibraryMedia #Canva

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Climb aboard our “Our Boat”, a fun educational video for little learners! Children will discover how boats move through water using people power, wind power, or motor power. Free #STEM resources for PK and kinder kids. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/wee-steamers... #kidcrafts #activities #WeeSteamers

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Kenn Nesbitt - Poetry4kids @kennnesbitt.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Steam Powered Poetry: "Wee Steamers: Our Boat" kennn.com/rrDkK #ChildrensPoetry #Poetry4kids @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Congrats to student Lauren Vincent for her video adaptation of Linda Trout's poem, “The International Space Station,” 2nd Place Winner in our Poetry Video Contest! Read Linda’s post to learn about her experience as a contributing poet and how STEAM poetry videos make learning fun. lnkd.in/g22vgAbh

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy Anniversary, WEE STEAMERS! What started as a simple idea—to combine STEAM learning with poetry—has grown into five years of fun, free educational videos for young children. We invite you to visit and explore steampoweredpoetry.com today! #WeeSteamers #EarlyLearning #Preschool #Kindergarten

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Calling all nannies, grannies, and caregivers on summer babysitting duty! Keep kids entertained and learning all summer long. Explore our STEAM site at steampoweredpoetry.com . #StemEducation #kids #activities #WeeSteamers #StudentVideos #crafts #StemForKids

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Nothing says summer like the mouthwatering smell of hamburgers on the grill — which makes this the perfect time to revisit JoAnn Early Macken’s irresistible poem “Hamburger” from THINGS WE EAT, edited by Sylvia Vardell & Janet Wong. Happy #NationalHamburgerDay! #poem @joannearlymacken.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

“The International Space Station,” 2nd Place Winner in our 2026 STEAM Poetry Video Contest, will spark students' curiosity about space science, engineering, and the wonder of human exploration. Perfect for classrooms, STEM enrichment, and Poetry Friday sharing. steampoweredpoetry.com/the-internat...

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Kenn Nesbitt - Poetry4kids @kennnesbitt.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Steam Powered Poetry: "The International Space Station" kennn.com/FME96A #ChildrensPoetry #Poetry4kids @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Turn an ordinary wooden spoon into a whimsical dragonfly friend! Louann Brown's "Dragonfly Spoon Craft" is perfect for storytelling, pretend play, or springtime displays. Pair it with WEE STEAMERS' video SPOONS for more learning fun. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com #WeeSteamers @louannbrown.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

A spoon can do so many things! It can scoop ice cream, stir cocoa, and even tap out a rhythm. This playful video shows how spoons are a simple tool we use every day—especially at mealtime. Narrated by early childhood educator Sheila Kerwin. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/wee-steamers... #WeeSteamers

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Excited to share our spring schedule of contest-winning poetry videos! Congrats to the poets and student creators! Don’t want to miss a single premiere? Subscribe today! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/subscribe/ @darcydayzoells.bsky.social @ldkt55.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

What can a simple spoon inspire? A little science… A little poetry… And a big scoop of imagination! Watch for our stirring new WEE STEAMERS episode, “Spoons”—perfect for little learners! Stay tuned! steampoweredpoetry.com #STEMforKids

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Shoutout to an outstanding student contestant from Texas Woman's University who went above and beyond—submitting not one, but TWO incredible #poetry #videos to our contest! Thank you, Katherine! www.SteamPoweredPoetry.com @txwomans #StudentContest

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Congrats to our winners! A special shoutout to Professor Jone Rush MacCulloch at Texas Woman's University for offering our contest as part of a midterm project. Thanks as well to our contributing poets—and our one-and-only 8th-grader. Full STEAM ahead! steampoweredpoetry.com

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Look who has their popcorn popped, pencils poised, and scorepads ready! Our STEAM Poetry VIDEO Contest is officially closed—Let the judging begin! Winners will be announced on Monday, May 4, 2026. Stay tuned! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com #STEMEducation #contestalert

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Huge thanks to our eSTEAMed poets for lending their brilliant voices and verses to the STEAM Poetry Video Project! As we head into the final days of our STEAM #Poetry #Video #Contest, please take a moment to discover the incredible talent behind the poems. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/esteamed-poe...

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Loved reconnecting with fellow authors, the amazing Anderson's Bookshop team, and the dedicated folks behind Illinois Reads at yesterday's Young Authors Festival. The best part? Getting to know these lovable Young Authors—such a joy to spend time with them!

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Join me and an amazing lineup of Illinois READS Authors this Saturday for the Young Authors Festival! Books will be available for purchase, including my book, SILLY PUPPIES. Hope to see you there! 👉 illinoisreads.org/illinoiseads... #independentbookstoreday #WorldBookDay

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Only one week to go until the STEAM Poetry #Video Contest deadline! Teachers, let’s rally those final poetry video submissions! CONTEST INFO: steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/ #StudentContest #VideoContest #ContestAlert #TechEd #Canva

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Please join Jone Rush MacCulloch in celebrating the release of her debut middle-grade verse novel! TILT is a heartfelt tribute to a fifth-grade student’s untimely passing in 2007. Get your copy here! 👉 www.amazon.com/Tilt-Jone-Ru...

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Teachers, the STEAM Poetry Video #Contest is a fun way to spark creativity and hone tech skills. Encourage students to create and submit their poetry videos—a chance to win cash prizes and be featured in our online library. Hurry! Ends April 30.👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/ #poetryvideos

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Teachers, there's still time for your students to shine! Have them pick poems & create short #videos for younger learners—their chance to win cash prizes and have their videos added to our video library. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/ #StudentContest #VideoContest #Teachers

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Discover the amazing ways plants disperse seeds in this made-for-kids video! Inspired by the poem “Name That Seed,” this entry was produced by Sierra Betsill, Honorable Mention winner in the 2025 STEAM Poetry Video Contest. steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... #NationalGardeningDay #poetryvideo

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Student Video: Name That Seed!

This fun and educational video demonstrates the many ways plants disperse their seeds. Some seeds have wings to soar through the air, while others roll into the ocean and float! The “Name tha…

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Rhyme Doctors @rhymedoctors.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Mix it up and write a Concrete Poem! Check out poems by talented poets: Joan Bransfield Graham, Bob Raczka & Heidi Roemer! Read more here: tinyurl.com/y3yh6426 @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social @patriciatoht.bsky.social @schaubwrites.bsky.social @eileenmeyerbooks.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Calling Daddies, Nannies, Grannies, and Aunties on kid-duty! Keep kids engaged over Spring Break w/ the "Shoebox Elevator Craft." Kids will 💞creating & playing with their very own elevator! Watch the videos “Going Up!” and “The Elevator” for more STEAM learning. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/going-up/

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Keep crafty kids happily engaged with this #craft by LOUANN BROWN! They can personalize it with doodles or stickers, making it their own. Check out the poetry video “E-Reader!” and other STEAM activities for fun screen-smart learning! 😊 steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... @louannbrown.bsky.social

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Invite your students to take part in our poetry-inspired #video #contest! They'll choose #poems by award-winning #poets, and create short, engaging videos that highlight #STEAM themes for younger learners. Hurry! Deadline is April 30, 2026. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/ #StudentContest

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Heidi Bee Roemer @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Nannies, Grannies, and Aunties—are you babysitting over Spring Break? Keep your kiddos busy with fun activities. Pair the “Ball Paint Art” activity with our “Good Catch!” video. Kids will learn a poem about balls and build early math and science skills. Visit steampoweredpoetry.com/wee-steamers...

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