In terms of national celebrations and events, April is full of them. Sometimes I really enjoy an eclectic reading list, so I thought I would share reading recommendations for a variety of April-focused wingdings. Consider this the bibliographic equivalent of a Sunday brunch buffet: I hope it has something for everyone.
- April Fools’ Day: “My Dad’s Funnier Than Your Dad: Growing Up with Tim Conway in the Funniest House in America” by Kelly Conway.
Instead of practical jokes or silly tricks, I like to celebrate April Fools’ Day with humor. I grew up watching “The Carol Burnett Show” and loved the hilarious interactions between Harvey Corman and Tim Conway. May Mr. Tudball live forever.
- Easter: “Remarkable Rabbits” [DVD] directed by Susan Fleming.
Easter means so many things, but I have to admit that my favorite childhood memory is believing in the Easter Bunny. Now I have real bunnies living in my yard. Get to know these “remarkable rabbits” through a fascinating rabbit documentary.
- National Poetry Month: “Ten Windows: How Great Poems Transform the World” by Jane Hirshfield.
Sometimes I come up with a silly rhyme and then I tell myself I’m a poet and didn’t know it. Don’t be fooled, though — I am most decidedly not a poet. Read “Ten Windows” to discover how real poets, and great poems, make the world a better place.
