The Tighty Whitey Spider: And More Wacky Animal Poems I Totally Made Up
#2 in I Totally Made Up Poems Series
What’s inside...
It's Official: Kids want more of Kenn Nesbitt's sidesplitting poetry. They can't get enough of his clever wordplay, wonderful imagery, and zany rhymes. In this brand-new collection, Kenn has totally made up over fifty poems involving Acrobatic Cats, Kung Fu Pets, and Chickens on Computers. Another side-splitting collection of poetry from beloved children's poet Kenn Nesbitt! Following up the bestselling collection, My Hippo Has the Hiccups, Kenn Nesbitt dares to go where no poet has gone before, creating a whole host of laugh-out-loud scenarios involving animals doing extreme sports. Kids love Kenn's clever word play and wonderful imagery. This collection also includes an audio CD of Kenn reading the poems in his inimitable style. And Ethan Long provides the perfect complement to Kenn's poetry with his brilliant line drawings. With poems like 'My Puppy Punched Me in the Eye' and 'I Bought Our Cat a Jetpack,' this collection shines bright with rhymes that are full of jokes, thrills, and surprises. Animals Doing Extreme Sports will keep kids laughing—and loving poetry.
Discussion points
Which animal poem did you find the funniest, and why?
If you could create your own silly animal poem, what animal would you choose and what funny situation would it be in?
How do the rhymes and rhythms in the poems make you feel as you read them?
Do you think animals have thoughts and feelings like the ones in the poems? Why or why not?
Can you think of another title for one of the poems that would also be funny?
Tip: Role play these questions
Laugh together! Share your own favorite animal poem from the book and explain why it made you chuckle.
Encourage creativity by helping your child write a simple four-line wacky animal poem.
Discuss the use of rhyme and rhythm in poetry, and how it enhances the enjoyment of a poem.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene from a poem, boosting their connection to the story through visual expression.
Use the poems as bedtime stories, emphasizing funny sounds or actions to make the reading experience more engaging and memorable.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: Through whimsical and humorous poems about animals, the book encourages children to explore and value creativity and imagination.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these skills to enhance their problem-solving abilities and express themselves in unique ways in day-to-day situations, art projects, and storytelling.
Example Lesson: Language Play and Vocabulary Expansion
Explanation: The playful use of language, rhymes, and rhythm in the poems helps children understand the fun side of language learning, potentially expanding their vocabulary and linguistic skills.
Real-World Application: The skills gained can aid children in articulating their thoughts and ideas more clearly in both spoken and written communication.
Example Lesson: Joy of Reading
Explanation: The engaging and entertaining nature of the poems makes reading enjoyable, reinforcing that reading can be a fun and delightful experience.
Real-World Application: This encourages habitual reading which improves literacy, concentration, and academic performance.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Poetry
Explanation: By exposing children to poetry that is accessible and enjoyable, it cultivates an early appreciation and understanding of poetic forms and techniques.
Real-World Application: This appreciation can enhance emotional expression and enjoyment of literature throughout their schooling and into adulthood.