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Writing & Storytelling Poetry
Explore poetry books about writing & storytelling for children.
234 books
Mel Glenn's High School Poems #2
Back to Class
Mel Glenn
Sixty-five poems capture the private thoughts, pressures, and dreams of high school students and the teachers who guide
Ages 12–18
The Baby Uggs Are Hatching
Jack Prelutsky
The Sneezysnoozer sneezes in a dozen sizes as it muses and grazes. These playful poems are filled with silly words and w
Ages 4–8
Not So True Stories and Unreasonable Rhymes
Carin Berger
For the child who delights in the 'what-ifs' and the wonderfully weird. This collection of surreal poems and stories enc
Ages 4–8
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Something on My Mind
Nikki Grimes
For the child who feels deeply but doesn't always have the words. This collection of poetry and portraits explores the i
Ages 7–12
Street Talk
Ann Warren Turner
The concrete jungle comes alive through rhythmic verses that capture the unique energy, sounds, and daily sights of livi
Ages 8–12
The Gift of the Broken Teacup
Allan Wolf
Gentle poems offer quiet tools for yoga, deep breathing, and finding focus, helping the heart be heard through simple mo
Ages 5–10
Muted
Tami Charles
Denver sings her way into the orbit of a massive R&B star, only to realize the dream of fame comes with a dark and explo
Ages 14–18
Paul Revere's Ride
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Experience the rhythmic gallop and midnight urgency of 1775 as a lone rider races through the Boston countryside to warn
Ages 6–10
This Place I Know: Poems of Comfort
Georgia Heard
These gentle poems offer a quiet space for reflection and healing after the difficult events of September 11.
Ages 8–12
Jazz A-B-Z
Wynton Marsalis
Experience the rhythm of jazz through 26 poetic tributes to musical legends, helping older children appreciate artistic
Ages 9–14
Judith Viorst's Poetry Collections #1
If I Were in Charge of the World and Other Worries
Judith Viorst
Losing your pants on the diving board or having to eat more liver are just a few of the hilarious and relatable problems
Ages 7–11
Haiku Nature #2
Out of This World: Star-Studded Haiku
Sally M. Walker
Luminous artwork and clever haiku travel from the Big Bang to glowing galaxies, explaining the science of the solar syst
Ages 6–10
Til All the Stars Have Fallen
David Booth
For the curious child who finds magic in a raindrop or a starry sky: this rich collection of Canadian poetry celebrates
Ages 5–12
My People
Langston Hughes
Lyrical poetry and sepia-toned photography celebrate the soul, beauty, and daily life of Black Americans in this moving
Ages 2–8
Barbara Frietchie
John Greenleaf Whittier
Poetry and art bring to life the legendary moment Barbara Frietchie defied invading troops by waving her flag with unwav
Ages 7–10
Once Upon a Time
John Prater
For the child who claims there is nothing to do, this clever story reveals how much magic and adventure are hiding just
Ages 3–7
Box: Henry Brown Mails Himself to Freedom
Carole Boston Weatherford
After his family is sold away, Henry Brown risks everything to escape slavery by mailing himself to freedom in a wooden
Ages 8–12
For Laughing Out Loud #2
For Laughing Out Louder
Jack Prelutsky
For children who need a break from serious reading and want to giggle, this collection of silly verse turns everyday mom
Ages 5–10
Guyku: A Year of Haiku for Boys
Bob Raczka
For the child who finds magic in simple moments like climbing trees or skipping stones, this collection of haiku celebra
Ages 4–8
On the Move: Home Is Where You Find It
Michael Rosen
For the child curious about their family roots or moved by the headlines of today, these powerful poems connect history'
Ages 10–15
What Could I Be
Fizz Walsh
For the child who loves to wonder what the future holds. This collection of rhyming poems invites little ones to imagine
Ages 3–8
How Sweet the Sound: The Story of Amazing Grace
Carole Boston Weatherford
A moving journey through the life of the man who wrote Amazing Grace, showing how one song can become a timeless anthem
Ages 4–9
Sticky McStickstick
Michael Rosen
After a long hospital stay, Michael relies on a trusty walking stick named Sticky McStickstick to find his courage and t
Ages 5–9
Scranimals
Jack Prelutsky
For the child who loves to make up their own silly stories, these rhythmic poems introduce a world of hybrid creatures t
Ages 4–10
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