The best of the best! All the poems that every kid needs to read in one handy book. Find YOUR perfect piece of verse. Paul Cookson isn’t just a great children’s poet. He’s read all the other great poets. (Take note: that’s what you have to do if you want to be a master of verse.) Now in this book, the bestselling creator of The Works shares his all-time kids’ favourites. They’ve inspired him. Now let them inspire you.

100 essential poems for children chosen by Paul Cookson

Paul is a best-loved poet and editor of The Works compilation

Full of inspiring rhymes which are ideal for use in the classroom

Huge range of topics and styles, with poems to delight everyone

“Fun, entertaining and diverse, this brilliant book is an ideal introduction to poetry.” The Week Junior

“A gorgeous pick-and-mix, packed with long-time favourites, song lyrics and brand new delights, as well as handy hints and starting points for reading, writing and performing.” Lancashire Evening Post

Product Details

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9781509824168

Publisher

Macmillan Children's Books

Date published

April 7th, 2016

Other details

192 pages

Condition

New

Author/Illustrator

Paul Cookson

Paul Cookson is a well-respected poet and spends much of his time promoting his work in schools as well as at conferences and festivals. He has written many collections and has also compiled a number of anthologies for a variety of publishers including Macmillan and Lion.