Book details
Another Jar of Tiny Stars: Poems by More NCTE Award-Winning Poets
Description
A Jar of Tiny Stars is one of the most popular poetry books from WordSong. This new edition is now expanded and includes the work of the latest five winners of the National Council of Teachers of English Award for Poetry for Children. 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. New to this collection are works from Eloise Greenfield, Nikki Grimes, Mary Ann Hoberman, Lee Bennett Hopkins, and X. J. Kennedy. Rounding out the collection are poems by Arnold Adoff, John Ciardi, Barbara Esbensen, Aileen Fisher, Karla Kuskin, Myra Cohn Livingston, David McCord, Eve Merriam, Lilian Moore, and Valerie Worth.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
152 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Educational Value: 'Another Jar of Tiny Stars' features a collection of poems by poets who have won the prestigious NCTE (National Council of Teachers of English) Award. Reading this book can provide insights into high-quality, award-winning poetry, which can be beneficial for both educational and personal development.
- Literary Diversity: The book includes a variety of poets with different styles, themes, and backgrounds. This diversity offers readers a broad spectrum of poetic voices and experiences, enriching their understanding and appreciation of poetry.
- Inspiration and Creativity: Poetry has the power to inspire and evoke emotions. Readers of 'Another Jar of Tiny Stars' may find themselves inspired to create their own poetry or engage in other creative activities as a response to the evocative and imaginative works presented in the collection.
- Accessibility for Young Readers: Curated by Bernice E. Cullinan, an expert in children's literature, the poems in this anthology are selected with young readers in mind. This makes the book an excellent resource for introducing children to the beauty and complexity of poetry in a way that is accessible and engaging.