Books like Dear Ugly Sisters: And Other Poems
Award winning
Being Me: Poems About Thoughts, Worries and Feelings
Laura Mucha, Matt Goodfellow, Liz Brownlee, Victoria Jane Wheeler, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Encourages expression of emotions through poetry.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.
Builds language skills and vocabulary in young readers.
Offers comforting, relatable content for navigating feelings.
Being Me: Poems About Thoughts, Worries and Feelings
Laura Mucha, Matt Goodfellow, Liz Brownlee, Victoria Jane Wheeler, 2021
My Heart is a Poem
Debjani Chatterjee, Jane Doe, Laura Mucha, Mandy Coe, Naomi Shihab Nye, Joseph Coelho, Nikki Grimes, John Agard, Valerie Bloom, Karl Nova, Janet S. Wong, Ruth Awolola, Coral Rumble, Kate Wakeling, Jay Hulme, Ken Nesbitt, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Nurtures emotional intelligence through poetic storytelling.
Encourages creative expression and vocabulary expansion.
Supports developmental milestones in reading and comprehension.
Fosters empathy and self-awareness in young readers.
My Heart is a Poem
Debjani Chatterjee, Jane Doe, Laura Mucha, Mandy Coe, Naomi Shihab Nye, Joseph Coelho, Nikki Grimes, John Agard, Valerie Bloom, Karl Nova, Janet S. Wong, Ruth Awolola, Coral Rumble, Kate Wakeling, Jay Hulme, Ken Nesbitt, 2023
Award winning
A Rumpus of Rhymes
Bobbi Katz, Susan Estelle Kwas, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with delightful, rhythmic storytelling.
Enhances language skills through engaging rhyme schemes.
Fosters creativity and imagination in young readers.
Encourages a love for reading and phonetic awareness.
A Rumpus of Rhymes
Bobbi Katz, Susan Estelle Kwas, 2001
Award winning
When It Snowed That Night
Norma Farber, Petra Mathers, 1993
40 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic of snow through poetic language.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and imaginative play.
Suitable for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
When It Snowed That Night
Norma Farber, Petra Mathers, 1993
Award winning
Christmas Poems
Fiona Waters, 2006
96 pages
Why to read
Celebrates festive spirit through charming seasonal poems.
Enhances language skills with rhythmic, rhyming patterns.
Sparks imagination with vivid, picturesque imagery.
Encourages family bonding over holiday readings.
Christmas Poems
Fiona Waters, 2006
Honey Sandwich
Elizabeth Honey, 2002
63 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Engaging rhymes enhance linguistic rhythm and pronunciation skills.
Encourages creativity and self-expression through storytelling.
Suitable for early readers, fosters love for reading.
Honey Sandwich
Elizabeth Honey, 2002
Award winning
Every Time I Climb a Tree
David T.W. McCord, Marc Simont, 1967
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor play and exploration in children.
Stimulates imagination through vivid poetic language.
Supports language development and appreciation for poetry.
Inspires connection with nature and self-discovery.
Every Time I Climb a Tree
David T.W. McCord, Marc Simont, 1967
Award winning
Morning Mystery (My First Graphic Novel)
Christianne Jones, Remy Simard, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging graphics captivate and stimulate young readers’ minds.
Fosters curiosity and deduction through age-appropriate mystery elements.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension via context and imagery.
Ideal for beginner readers embracing independent reading.
