Sixth in a series! Poem: "Valentines for Friends"With Valentine's Day in mind, the poem, "Valentines for Friends," models verses written in the traditional "Roses are red..." format. The content of the verses is appropriate for boys and girls, because it focuses on friendship. The verses can also serve as examples for students to write their own Valentine poems. Copies of the poem, "Valentines for Friends," can be used for fluency and word work activities during initial instruction. Copies