Meet 2020 Poet-Athlete Laureate: Isabelle Tam

Isabelle Tam

Isabelle Tam

Isabelle Tam from George R. Moscone Elementary School in San Francisco is one of America SCORES Bay Area’s four 2020 poet-athlete laureates. These exceptional poets were the 2020 winners of their regional poetry slams. They serve as ambassadors, inspiring and empowering other kids to shine and amplify their own voices through poetry.

Isabelle presented her poem “Recipe for Mischief Bradley Cupcakes” during National Poetry Month on KALW Radio.

Recipe for Mischief Bradley Cupcakes” by Isabelle Tam.

Begin with 6 cups of love.

Sift 3 gallons of cuteness.

Add 8 millimeters of mischief.

Bake for 4 minutes.

Let cool for 2 minutes

Add curiosity sprinkles.

And enjoy your mischief Bradley cupcake.

WARNING please read side effects

side effects may include:

craziness, mischief, cuteness, headaches and curiosity! May also cause crazy eyes and decreasing in height and weight! Eat with caution!

(the music is Bohemian Rhapsody by ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro)

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Jenny Griffin