Book details
Once Upon A Poem
Description
From the subversive wit of Roald Dahl's wicked retelling of Goldilocks to the magical wordplay of Lewis Carroll's "Jabberwocky" to the annual Christmas favorite from Clement C. Moore, an illustrated collection of poetry includes comments from today's favorite authors about how these poems touched their lives.
Age
8-9
Text complexity
proficient
Length
128 pages
Why to read
- Once Upon A Poem by Kevin Crossley-Holland offers a rich anthology of poetry that spans a wide range of themes and styles, providing readers with a diverse reading experience.
- The book serves as an excellent introduction to poetry for young readers, with its engaging selection of poems that are both accessible and thought-provoking.
- Kevin Crossley-Holland is an acclaimed author and poet, and his expertise and passion for literature shine through in this collection, making it a valuable read for those interested in the craft of poetry.
- The poems in Once Upon A Poem are accompanied by beautiful illustrations that enhance the reading experience and help bring the poetry to life, making it a visually appealing book as well as a literary one.