Classic Poems to Read Aloud (Classic Collections) - Softcover

Berry, James

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0753450690 ISBN 13: 9780753450697

Publisher: Kingfisher, 1997

Synopsis

Poetry's allure -- it rhymes, rhythms, and rich imagery -- can best be appreciated when read aloud. And what a delightful way for children and adults to spend time together! This thematic collection of over 150 poems, which includes selections from Shakepeare, Tennyson, the Bible, from modern poets such as Robert Frost and Ted Hughes, and the works of Carribean, African and Native American Poets, has been compiled with an emphasis on choosing works particularly suited for reading aloud. With its stand-out dramatic color illustrations and its simple black and white line drawings, all of which echo the mood and meaning of the poetry, it is a terrific gift any family would cherish.

About this title

About the Author:

James Berry was born in Jamaica and although he moved to England in 1948, never lost his love of storytelling and the music of language he learned in his native land. His books for children have always reflected this love whether it was in "'A Thief of the Village"', "'Spiderman Anancy"', or "'When I Dance"'. His writings have won major awards in England, where he now lives.

From School Library Journal:

Grade 4-8?Berry has selected 138 poems that represent a wide variety of voices and organized them by subject. Poets range from Shakespeare to Wordsworth and from Anne Sexton to Shel Silverstein. He includes Native American poems as well as selections from Africa, India, and his native Jamaica. Some sections, such as those on animals ("Varied Bodies, Varied Means"), humor ("Lighthearted Happenings"), and love ("Faces of Love"), are typical of the arrangement of poetry collections. Other groupings, such as "Not Havings, Longings, and Endings" and "Folks' Wise Talk and Inspiration," are more unusual. Small line drawings and 16 full-color paintings by various artists are interspersed throughout. A fine volume for read-aloud programs and where librarians are encouraging young people to savor the language of poetry.?Barbara Chatton, College of Education, University of Wyoming, Laramie
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About this edition

• Publisher: Kingfisher
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0753450690
• ISBN 13: 9780753450697
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256