Classic poems from the English literary tradition come together in an anthology that traces our journey through life with a thoughtful blend of humour and playfulness, poignancy and nostalgia. This beautifully illustrated collection contains the works of some of the finest poets in the English language. It introduces children to the world's best poetry, from John Milton to William Carlos Williams. Here too are the voices of Robert Frost, W. H. Auden, Eleanor Farjeon, Rainer Maria Rilke, and Marianne Moore. Beautiful illustrations and classic entries make this a wonderful addition to any library. AUTHOR: Jackie Morris is a celebrated author and illustrator, and the winner of the Welsh Books Council Tir na n-Og Award for her title "The Seal Children". Her illustrations for "How the Whale Became", by Ted Hughes (2000) were universally praised and prompted the "Guardian" to comment 'This exquisite new edition provides illustrations whose rich, grave, muted, almost medieval beauty is in perfect harmony with the deceptive simplicity of the words.' Colour illustrations

Become inspired by this breathtaking collection that brings together seventy-four of the finest poems in the English language, celebrating all manner of human experience. Features introduction from UK Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy.

"[An] enchanting anthology of nature poems. From the rain forests of Africa to the mountains of Japan, Judith Nicholls has brought toigether poems from many cultures, all of them celebrating out lovely Earth ... Includes poems by: Moira Andrews, Buson, Leonard Clark, Emily Dickinson, John Foster, J.W. Haackett, Issa, Kalidasa, Jean Kenward, A.M. Klein, Osip Mandelstam, David McCord, Grace Nichols, Mary Kawena Pukui, Priest Saigyo, Sappho, Ian Serraillier, Snorri Sturlason, Rabindranath Tagore, John Updike, Zaro Weil, Charlotte Zolotow"--Publisher's description

Journey to magical and memorable lands with this long-awaited collection of 12 classic fairy tales, both popular and lesser-known, ranging from "The Sleeping Beauty" to "Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves" and beyond. A must-have for the holiday season, this impeccably designed anthology features sumptuous illustrations and details such as cover embossing, intricate folio devices and a ribbon bookmark.Ages 8-10

"Presents an overview of cinquain poems, including the form's history, elements, and traits and how poets use cinquain poems to express ideas."--Publisher description.

In this informative book, readers will focus on figurative language and using all the senses to create vivid details. Students will also use brainstorming techniques to choose exciting topics and write their own free verse poems.

Barefoot Magic is a book of poems, shorts, and thoughts from a creative mind that have been waiting to burst onto pages for years and years. Barefoot Magic is an easy read for all. It's happy, sad, positive and a short poem book that everyone would enjoy. This book was written during a time in the authors life of trying to figure out where she was going and what she was doing and if the world was ready, or was she? Come read Barefoot Magic and be inspired, be uplifted and maybe get in your feelings just a tad. It's magic!