Books like Grasshopper Pie and Other Poems (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
Award winning
The Monster Mall and Other Spooky Poems (All Aboard Poetry Reader)
D.J. Steinberg, David Steinberg, Adrian C. Sinnott, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Spooky, fun poems enhance imaginative thinking.
Introduces children to poetic forms and structures.
Themes of bravery and friendship.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonding.
The Monster Mall and Other Spooky Poems (All Aboard Poetry Reader)
D.J. Steinberg, David Steinberg, Adrian C. Sinnott, 2004
Award winning
Dear Tooth Fairy
Jane O'connor, Joy Allen, 2002
47 pages
Why to read
Charming narrative enchants young readers, fostering imagination.
Engages children in the joyous tradition of the tooth fairy.
Encourages communication and emotional expression.
Delightful illustrations complement the engaging story.
Dear Tooth Fairy
Jane O'connor, Joy Allen, 2002
Award winning
Confetti: Poems for Children
Pat Mora, Enrique O. Sánchez, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through vibrant, poetic language.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills in young readers.
Encourages creative thinking and appreciation for poetry.
Warm and engaging, perfect for family reading time.
Confetti: Poems for Children
Pat Mora, Enrique O. Sánchez, 1996
Award winning
The Everyman Anthology of Poetry for Children: Illustrated by Thomas Bewick (Everyman's Library Children's Classics Series)
Gillian Avery, Various, Thomas Bewick, 1994
379 pages
Why to read
Showcases timeless poems with engaging illustrations.
Enhances children's literary appreciation and vocabulary.
Inspires creativity and emotional development.
Ideal for shared reading and bonding time.
The Everyman Anthology of Poetry for Children: Illustrated by Thomas Bewick (Everyman's Library Children's Classics Series)
Gillian Avery, Various, Thomas Bewick, 1994
Daft As a Doughnut
Adrian-Mitchell, 2009
96 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging narrative fosters creativity and joy.
Characters spark connection and self-identity in young readers.
Enhances language skills and cognitive development.
Addresses familial themes, perfect for shared reading moments.
Daft As a Doughnut
Adrian-Mitchell, 2009
Count to Sleep Naples
Adam Gamble, Mark Jasper, 2023
20 pages
Why to read
Captures Naples' culture through vibrant illustrations.
Introduces basic counting in an engaging manner.
Stimulates early math skills and curiosity.
Perfect for bedtime storytelling sessions.
Count to Sleep Naples
Adam Gamble, Mark Jasper, 2023
Award winning
Come to My Party and Other Shape Poems
Heidi Roemer, Hideko Takahashi, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging poems invite children to explore shapes creatively.
Enhances visual and spatial understanding through playful poems.
Stimulates early literacy skills among preschool and early learners.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Come to My Party and Other Shape Poems
Heidi Roemer, Hideko Takahashi, 2004
Award winning
A Whale of a Time: Funny Poems for Each Day of the Year
Lou Peacock, Matt Hunt, 2023
336 pages
Why to read
365 witty poems spark daily imagination and joy.
Enhances linguistic skills with playful, rhyming verse.
Addresses daily life themes, aiding emotional development.
Perfect for bedtime, instilling a love for poetry.
