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Falling Up by Shel Silverstein: Seriously, any parent or teacher who does not expose children to at least one of his books is doing them a serious disservice! Poetry-loving kids will greatly enjoy the poems hand-picked for them by the venerable Jack Prelutsky, making this a particularly excellent gift idea. Educators and parents should definitely pick up this anthology and incorporate it into any reading lessons. One of the most prolific writers and compilers of children's poetry ever, almost anything Jack Prelutsky pens is a classic.
Be sure to read his other works not listed here as well! Vile Verses by Roald Dahl: Part of what made Roald Dahl's books for children so memorable is the inclusion of whimsical, cheeky rhymes. This compilation pieces together particularly striking moments from enduring classes such as Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator , James and the Giant Peach and many more! Revolting Rhymes by Roald Dahl: Accompanied by his frequent collaborator, illustrator Quentin Blake, the beloved writer tackles classic fairy tales with his trademark rapier wit and scalding humor.
Dirty Beasts by Roald Dahl: These poems feature a number of imaginative animals overflowing with quirk and mystery certainly to the delight of many a child. Compiled by the late poet's daughters, this anthology contains over of his beloved light verses. However, some of the darker poems somewhat temper the delight and grant the volume more of a balance.
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Ogden Nash's Zoo by Ogden Nash: Most kids love animals — or at least one or two species, anyways — and this book provides them with lovely poems about some popular favorites. Poets generally more associated with adult audiences, such as G. Chesterton and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, still dabbled in writing pleasing works suitable for the very young. Beloved Treasure Island scribe Robert Louis Stevenson wrote many imaginative, playful poems for his own children to enjoy.
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This excellent anthology brings together a diverse selection of classic and contemporary poets writing on a wide range of subjects. Mother Goose's classic tales come to vivid, dreamlike life through lush illustrations and gentle rhymes.
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Sea Fever by John Masefield: Older children interested in one poet's perspective of English history and its peoples would do well to pick up some of John Masefield's more notable works. Step into the Hundred-Acre Wood and engage in the adventure of its timeless, enjoyable cast of colorful characters. Iconic illustrator Eric Carle contributes his golden talents to fantastic animal-themed poems by some of the world's favorite writers. Kids pick out their favorite poems by classic and contemporary writers alike and share them with readers, all accompanied by joyous Antony Maitland illustrations.
Introduce children to some of the greatest poets of all time through this special series covering a broad spectrum of themes and peoples. A Book of Nonsense by Edward Lear: Edward Lear's anarchic verses provide an excellent conduit through which parents and children may bond over reading poetry.
Another excellent anthology blending the classic with the contemporary, all wrapped up with lovely illustrations by the incomparable Eric Carle. Many of Mary Ann Hoberman's poetry books unfortunately fell out of print, but lately they have returned to delight more generations. Poems for Two Voices by Paul Fleischman: Paul Fleischman teaches readers about poetry's participatory potential with an amazing series of insect-themed poems. More lovely verses to enjoy alone or in a chorus with like-minded friends, this time dedicated to avian imagery.
Comic Verse: Classics of Humorous Poetry in English
Poems for Four Voices by Paul Fleischman: Kids who hold a passion for poetry may like the idea of sharing these rhythmic offerings with their loved ones. Young readers who find fairies enchanting and stimulating to the imagination will love these lively poems and delightfully detailed illustrations. Gyo Fujikawa's gentle drawings breathe life and wonder into classic poems by Emily Dickinson, William Blake and many more beloved writers. Suitable for the youngest of readers, this book features verses meant to teach them color names and concepts.
These poems are making her crazy dangerous. In England once there lived a big And wonderfully clever pig. To everybody it was plain That Piggy had a massive brain. To keep your marriage brimming With love in the loving cup, Whenever you're wrong, admit it; Whenever you're right, shut up.
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Years ago for our children I made this little rule. They had to periodically repeat it after me. When you're wrong, admit it.
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