Why this book? This is a companion book for boys and girls in secondary schools and a reference book for parents and teachers. The book has come about because o

This delightful, interactive journey through the history of the world's poetry includes a removable poster and access to downloadable audio, allowing kids to li

Offers a variety of new approaches to teaching poetry in middle school and high school classrooms, with more than twenty-five activities designed to sharpen stu

An introduction to poetry makes use of prisoner's work songs, Broadway show tunes, and the cries of street vendors to introduce readers to the rhythms of poetry