Children Quote by Mary Ann Hoberman
“I always hesitate to call myself a children's poet, and I always hesitate to call what I write for children poetry. Though a few of the verses that I've written, yes, I think they are truly poems.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Child's Garden of Verses, 1975
The poet feels uneasy labeling her work for children as poetry, questioning its literary merit despite some verses being true poems.
In simple terms: She doubts calling her children's writing poetry, even though some verses are genuine poems.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the value of your work regardless of labels.
Themes
identity
creativity
self‑doubt
children's literature
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing for children
- publishing
- teaching
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
poetry
authorship
literary value
Questions to Reflect On
- How does labeling affect your creative confidence?
- What criteria determine a poem's worth?
A Different Perspective
Labels can limit perception but do not define quality.
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