Gold and Glitter is a poetry book for young adults.  The book offers a variety of different forms of poems written by award winning teacher, Ana Monnar.  A glossary of poetic terms is provided to use as a simple guide.  Websites to surf are also made available to aid the learners. 

E.S.E. students from Gifted, L.D., E.H. and other exceptionalities, as well as regular education and E.S.O.L. young adults are encouraged to improve reading and writing achievement.  Gold and Glitter is a tool for advantaged and disadvantaged learners.  All students need to meet goals and expectations.  Academic standards are relevant to human beings regardless of wealth, poverty, ethnicity or creed.

Ana Monnar earned a Masters Degree in the area of Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Florida International University.  Mrs. Monnar has been teaching for more than 20 years.  She’s taught second, third and fourth grades.  She also had the opportunity to work as a Reading Curriculum Specialist and Reading Leader.

Monnar earned the title, “Teacher of the Year” in the 1980’s.  Mrs. Monnar has inspired many learners to write Award winning pieces.  Her students have won trophies and certificates for District Contests such as Young Authors, Books with Wings and Poetry Contests.      

Ana Monnar was featured in The Miami Herald’s Neighbors Section. On Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2003, the headline written by Alexandra Zayas, printed in black and white, “Super Teacher Fourth-grade teacher leads and inspires.”

Life Is, a Rose

Throughout life
We go through precious moments
As smooth as silky rose petals
Wanted births, cherished moments
Appreciating loved ones and nature
Achievements, accomplishments
Dream vacations and precious dreams
During some other stages
We go through trying times
Illness of self, family and/or friends
Death of close and dear people
Sometimes expected, others drastically unforeseen
Cherished memories so painful at first
Pain in your heart as sharp as a thorn
Leaves in general, represent hope
Hope and faith will help us pass
Pass many tests and trials
That will come our way
The stem represents our daily lives
Responsibility, reliability
Obligation and cooperation
Good values and great expectations
Just think for a moment and reflect
Life is, a rose