This book is one of the most popular poetry books. By turns silly and wise, playful and thought-provoking, the poems in this collection were chosen by young readers as their favorites among those written by NCTE Award winners.
Concrete poems aren’t meant to be read aloud; instead, they’re meant to be looked at and laughed at together. The arrangement of words and letters forms surprising shapes and patterns, sparking curiosity and creativity.
What kind of poetry best captures special moments, at a length that lets guys get right back to tree-climbing and kite-flying? Why, guyku, of course! The wind and I play tug-of-war with my new kite. The wind is winning
What if you could transform a child’s imagination into beautiful poetry? It’s not just a poetry book; it’s a creative writing adventure that encourages kids to explore their imaginations and emotions. This educational gem is filled with simple yet captivating Tanka poems on themes like seasons, animals, clothing, food, and nature. Each chapter provides charming examples inspired by elementary students, making it a relatable and engaging experience for young readers.
Children will love the art of reading and writing Japanese poetry. This delightful book not only teaches kids the beautiful art of Japanese poetry but also inspires their creativity and imagination.
From the time he is a young boy, Neftali hears the call of a mysterious voice. Even when the neighborhood children taunt him, and when his harsh, authoritarian father ridicules him, and when he doubts himself, Neftali knows he cannot ignore the call. He listens and follows as it leads him under the canopy of the lush rain forest, into the fearsome sea, and through the persistent Chilean rain on an inspiring voyage of self-discovery that will transform his life and, ultimately, the world.
A perfect first poetry book with lots of noisy fun. This charming collection is packed with noises and rhymes children will love to listen to and repeat. Illustrated in color throughout by award-winning artist, this is an ideal book for beginning readers.
Over many years as a working poet, Michael Rosen has thought a great deal about what poems are, what they can do and the pleasure that comes from writing and reading poetry. In this invaluable handbook, he shares this knowledge and experience in book form for the very first time.
