avatarAmy Marley

Summary

The web content discusses the #30 challenge of the 31 Days of May SCWBI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators) challenge, focusing on the theme of "Camping," and features various responses to the prompt, including poetry, personal stories, and reflections on nature.

Abstract

The article titled "Camping" is part of the 31 Days of May SCWBI Challenge, specifically marked as #30. It presents a collection of creative works inspired by the day's theme, which is not limited to haiku but also includes other forms of expression such as personal anecdotes and poetic musings. The author reflects on the essence of camping, emphasizing the simplicity and silent receptivity one experiences when surrounded by nature. The piece also references other contributors' works, such as Salam Khan's insights on haiku versus senryu, Saloni Joshi's nostalgic tale, Bob Jasper's encounter with the night sky, and Rasheed Hooda's culinary and musical interpretations of the starry night prompt. The author acknowledges the possibility of having missed some contributions and invites participants to engage further with the challenge.

Opinions

  • The author suggests that the day's theme, although including the word "nature," might lean towards a senryu rather than a haiku due to its camping context.
  • Salam Khan is mentioned as an authority who can provide clarity on the distinction between haiku and senryu.
  • Saloni Joshi's piece is described as a nostalgic journey, indicating the author's appreciation for Joshi's storytelling.
  • Bob Jasper's contribution is characterized as an "enchanted magical encounter," reflecting a positive opinion of Jasper's experience with the night sky.
  • Rasheed Hooda's work is highlighted for its ability to "activate the taste buds" and add a "musical twist," showing the author's admiration for Hooda's creative versatility.
  • The author expresses a commitment to inclusivity by offering to add any missed contributions to the next prompt and creating an index of all works at the challenge's conclusion.
  • The invitation to participate in the SCWBI challenge indicates the author's welcoming and collaborative attitude towards the writing community.

Camping

#30 of 31 Days of May SCWBI Challenge – Not a Haiku for you

Camping Cuties — photo my own

Simplicity key

Silent receptivity

Nature all around

If the word nature is included, but it’s about camping does it make it Haiku or Senryu.

I think Senryu but I know Salam Khan will be able to shed clarity on the subject

Other pieces prompted by play

Saloni Joshi shares a nostalgic journey in

Bob Jasper shares his enchanted magical encounter with the night sky

Rasheed Hooda activates the taste buds in

and adds a musical twist to the starry night prompt

If I have missed any others that have been prompted by this challenge in the last day, I apologise…please give me a nudge and I will add them to the next prompt. At the conclusion of the challenge I will create an index to all the rippling treasures this prompt uncovered.

“Camping” – today’s prompt from the 31 days of May challenge being run by SCBWI West (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators) …if anybody feels like participating, join in as you please.

Poetry
Senryu
Writing Prompts
Camping
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