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A Child's Introduction to Poetry (Revised and Updated)

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A Child's Introduction to Poetry (Revised and Updated) by Michael Driscoll is a delightful guide for young readers into the world of poetry. It introduces various poetic forms and styles, showcasing renowned poets across history. The book is enriched with engaging illustrations and activities, making it an educational and entertaining journey into the rhythms and rhymes of poetry.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this charming exploration of poetry if you're keen to introduce a young reader to the magic of poems through engaging stories and delightful illustrations. This book makes learning about different types of poetry fun and accessible, encouraging creativity and a deep appreciation for the art. It's perfect for parents and children who love discovering new forms of expression together!

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A Child's Introduction to Poetry (Revised and Updated)

This delightful, interactive journey through the history of the world's poetry now includes a removable poster and access to downloadable audio, allowing kids to listen and enjoy as they learn.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Poetry can be fun—especially when we can read it, hear it, and discover its many delights. A Child's Introduction to Poetry joyously introduces kids (and parents) to the greatest poets in history, from Homer and Shakespeare to Langston Hughes and Maya Angelou. It provides excellent examples of their work and commentary on what makes it so special and everlasting.

The book covers every style of poem, from epics and odes to nonsense verse and haikus, and is filled with examples of each one.

This multimedia package encourages children to listen, read, and learn, opening the door to a lifetime of appreciation of a rich literary tradition. Also included is a removable, fold-out poster of "Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carroll, one of history's most iconic poems.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780762469109

Publisher: Running Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 April 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Running Press Adult

Illustration: 100 full color illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Meredith Hamilton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 760g

Pages: 96

About the Author

Michael Driscoll is a senior publishing editor at Wall Street Journal. He is an award-winning news writer and editor who has contributed to Reuters, the Associated Press, L.A. Weekly and the New York Daily News, among other publications. He is the author of A Child's Introduction to Poetry and the editor of many books for children and adults. He lives in New York City, but grew up gazing at the wide-open skies of Texas.

Meredith Hamilton has illustrated nine books in the Child's Intro series. Her other illustration work includes apps for children, cookbooks, and Steuben glass. She lives in Brooklyn, NY.

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