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Writing & Storytelling Poetry
Explore poetry books about writing & storytelling for children.
234 books
Say Her Name
Zetta Elliott
For the child processing news of systemic injustice or seeking to honor the lives of Black women through a lens of both
Ages 10–18
The Idea in You
Questlove
For children who need a boost of confidence to share their unique ideas and for parents looking to inspire a love for cr
Ages 4–8
A Song for Juneteenth
Zetta Elliott
A lyrical celebration of Juneteenth and Black history for families seeking to honor their heritage through the power of
Ages 4–10
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Oh, How Silly!
William Cole
For the child who loves to giggle at the impossible: this classic collection of nonsensical verse turns the world upside
Ages 6–10
In Translation: What It Really Means #2
The Star-Spangled Banner
Elizabeth Raum
The dramatic story behind the lyrics of America's national anthem comes to life alongside a version written in easy-to-u
Ages 6–9
African Acrostics: A Word in Edgeways
Avis Harley
For the curious child who loves animals and puzzles: explore the African savanna through clever wordplay and stunning wi
Ages 6–10
The Tighty Whitey Spider: And More Wacky Animal Poems I Totally Made Up
Kenn Nesbitt
Ever seen a dog play invisible frisbee or a hippo sandwich? These zany poems celebrate the funniest and most bizarre ani
Ages 7–12
Please Pay Attention
Jamie Sumner
For the child who feels like their brain is always moving too fast or too differently. Maybelle's journey with ADHD help
Ages 8–12
Girls Who Changed Science and Art #3
Green Promises: Girls Who Loved the Earth
Jeannine Atkins
For the young activist who wants to change the world, these lyrical portraits of pioneering women show how one person's
Ages 10–14
When Thunder Comes: Poems for Civil Rights Leaders
J. Patrick Lewis
For the child curious about why the world looks the way it does: these poems celebrate the brave people who stood up for
Ages 8–12
A Book of Milliganimals
Spike Milligan
For the child who loves to play with language and needs a spark for their imagination, this collection of surreal verse
Ages 7–12
Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer, Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child learning how one person's voice can change the world, this biography celebrates the courage to stand up ag
Ages 9–12
No Hickory, No Dickory, No Dock
John Agard, Grace Nichols
The rhythmic language of the Caribbean breathes new life into nursery rhymes, blending traditional sounds with original
Ages 4–8
What Rhymes with Moon?
Jane Yolen
Nineteen luminous poems capture the magic of the night sky, from Brazilian folktales to playful myths about green cheese
Ages 6–10
Colorful Tex
The Sweet Scent of Honey Float Through The Air
Colorful Tex
For the child who finds magic in the quiet details of the world around them. This collection of nature poetry nurtures a
Ages 4–10
Garbage Delight
Dennis Lee
Nonsense poems bring to life a world of bratty brothers, tiny men living in washing machines, and the mysterious Inspect
Ages 4–10
The Silly Book
Stuart E. Hample
For the child who loves to giggle at the nonsensical: this classic collection uses wordplay and absurd humor to celebrat
Ages 4–8
Curious Cats: In Art and Poetry
William Lach
Classic feline verses meet elegant masterpieces from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in this celebration of all things ca
Ages 4–10
Diane Goode's American Christmas
Diane Goode
For families looking to connect with holiday history through a cozy collection of classic American stories, songs, and p
Ages 5–10
Forest Has a Song Poems
Amy Ludwig VanDerwater
Soft watercolors and lyrical verses reveal the quiet secrets of the woods as children explore the forest through poetry.
Ages 6–9
My Hippo Has the Hiccups: And Other Poems I Totally Made Up
Kenn Nesbitt
For the child who needs a giggle or a break from serious schoolwork. This collection of over 100 wacky poems turns every
Ages 6–11
Paul Cookson's Poetry Anthologies
Dinosaur Poems
Paul Cookson
Silly T-rexes in dresses and magical Diphlohocuspocuses stomp through these hilarious pages filled with prehistoric puns
Ages 6–10
Double Dutch: A Celebration of Jump Rope, Rhyme, and Sisterhood
Veronica Chambers
For the child who loves the rhythm of the playground, this vibrant guide celebrates the history, culture, and community
Ages 8–12
Douglas Florian's Poems and Paintings
Bing Bang Boing
Douglas Florian
Over 150 ridiculous nonsense verses come to life with wacky illustrations that turn ordinary logic completely inside out
Ages 5–10
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