An anthology of poems grouped in sixteen parts, each devoted to a particular subject such as animals, seasons, holidays, and people.
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Aug 18, 2011
Jess
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Re-reading this book always takes me back to my childhood. I can still remember the day I bought this from the bookstore with my saved-up allowance. This was one of the first books, along with those of Shel Silverstein, that sparked an interest in poetry for me. Looking back now and reading it as an adult, it is easy to see why.
Piping Down the Valleys Wild is the perfect book for young readers beginning to read poetry. There are sixteen chapters in this, based roughly off themes such More...
Piping Down the Valleys Wild is the perfect book for young readers beginning to read poetry. There are sixteen chapters in this, based roughly off themes such More...
Jul 08, 2008
Lafcadio
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Mummy Slept Late and Daddy Fixed Breakfast
Daddy fixed breakfast.
He made us each a waffle.
It looked like gravel pudding.
It tasted something awful.
"Ha, ha," he said, "I'll tray again.
This time I'll get it right."
But what I got was in between
Bituminous and anthracite.
"A little too well done? Oh well,
I'll have to start all over."
That time what landed on my plate
Looked like a manhol More...
Daddy fixed breakfast.
He made us each a waffle.
It looked like gravel pudding.
It tasted something awful.
"Ha, ha," he said, "I'll tray again.
This time I'll get it right."
But what I got was in between
Bituminous and anthracite.
"A little too well done? Oh well,
I'll have to start all over."
That time what landed on my plate
Looked like a manhol More...
Apr 26, 2009
Julie
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Some of these poems are silly & juvenile and perhaps appropriate for grades 2 & 3, and some are "just right" for grades 4-7. Topics vary, and none of these poems are complex in theme or complicated in style. A few are great for introducing poetry analysis to grade 7 (especially the poem "January."
Aug 17, 2011
Kate
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This is a collection of beautiful poetry by many poets, but I think mostly romantic poets. I love this collection of poems and would totally recommend this book for poetry lovers, especially those who love pastoral poetry.
Sep 02, 2010
Jacqueline
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I wore my copy of this out and keep it in a zip lock bag. I loved this book as a child and read in it constantly. I can still quote many of the poems from this book. A great introduction to a wide range of poety for children.
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Apr 26, 2011
Ashley
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One of my favorite poem books! Perfect for grades 3-4. Very silly and childish.
Jun 30, 2008
Marianne
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If you are looking for that one poem from your childhood - it will be in this book.
May 28, 2008
Katrina
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