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Poetry About Being Different
Explore poetry books about being different for children.
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Amanda Gorman
Jehan Jones-Radgowski
For the child who struggles with a speech impediment or feels their voice is too small, this biography of Amanda Gorman
Ages 7–10
Red, White, and Whole
Rajani LaRocca
Reha feels caught between her two lives until her mother’s illness forces her to find a way to bridge the distance betwe
Ages 8–12
Apple (Skin to the Core)
Eric Gansworth
Verse and imagery collide in this powerful reclamation of identity, tracing the legacy of government boarding schools an
Ages 14–18
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Poems for Tortured Souls
Liz Ison
For the teen navigating the highs and lows of first love, heartbreak, and the moody aesthetic of self-discovery through
Ages 12–18
Jabber-Walking
Juan Felipe Herrera
A U.S. Poet Laureate shares how to turn everyday walks into rhythmic, colorful journals through the wild art of being a
Ages 10–14
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
Knocking on Windows
Jeannine Atkins
Reeling from a heavy trauma, a young writer finds the courage to speak back to the world through letter-poems addressed
Ages 14–18
The Singular Life of Aria Patel
Samira Ahmed
For the teen navigating the heavy fog of grief and the pressure to meet family expectations while trying to find their o
Ages 12–18
The Owl and the Pussycat
Edward Lear
Sail away for a year and a day with a romantic owl and a elegant cat as they search for the perfect ring to seal their w
Ages 3–7
Carol of the Brown King
Langston Hughes
For families looking to see themselves in the Nativity story, these lyrical poems celebrate the first Christmas with a f
Ages 4–8
If I Were in Charge, the Rules Would be Different
James Proimos
For the child who daydreams about making their own rules, this hilarious poetry collection celebrates the silly and rebe
Ages 7–11
Little Tree
E.E. Cummings
Celebrate the magic of the smallest things and the joy of finding where you belong through this poetic tribute to a tiny
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
Let Freedom Ring
Phillis Wheatley
Susan R. Gregson
For the child discovering how a voice can change the world. This accessible biography introduces Phillis Wheatley, who o
Ages 8–12
Jump Back, Paul: The Life and Poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar
Sally Derby
For the young reader discovering the power of their own voice, this biography introduces Paul Laurence Dunbar, a pioneer
Ages 9–14
Honeybee: Poems & Short Prose
Naomi Shihab Nye
Quiet observations of honeybees and neighbors across the globe reveal the small, invisible threads that connect human he
Ages 12–18
The Mighty Macy
Kwame Alexander
Macy learns that her own voice is a powerful tool as she finds the strength to speak up for her community in this humoro
Ages 6–10
Black Boy, Rise
Brynne Barnes
A soul-stirring anthem for Black boys that celebrates their heritage, creative power, and the brilliant future they carr
Ages 4–10
Langston Hughes Poetry for Children
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
A Foot in the Mouth
Paul B. Janeczko
For the child who loves the spotlight or the classroom that needs a spark of joy, this anthology turns reading into a rh
Ages 8–12
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
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
I'm Just No Good at Rhyming
Chris Harris
For the child who loves to break the rules, these hilarious and subversive poems use meta-humor and visual gags to turn
Ages 6–12
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