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Book reviews for poetry

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    Where the Sidewalk Ends

    Irresistible collection of clever, hilarious poems.
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    By Shel Silverstein
    (Book, 2012)
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    Every Thing on It

    Another classic poetry collection by the master of whimsy.
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    9
     
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    By Shel Silverstein
    (Book, 2011)
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    The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories

    Treasure of lost Seuss tales a great all-ages read-aloud.
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    6
     
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    By Dr. Seuss
    (Book, 2011)
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    Perfect

    Teens learn to live for themselves in intense, mature book.
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    15
     
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    By Ellen Hopkins
    (Book, 2011)
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    Crank

    First in controversial verse poetry series about addiction.
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    16
     
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    By Ellen Hopkins
    (Book, 2011)
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    Dark Emperor & Other Poems of the Night
    Award-winning poetry book is both scientific and magical.
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    6
     
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    By Joyce Sidman
    (Book, 2011)
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    The Negro Speaks of Rivers
    Words and watercolors sing in a voice as deep as the river.
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    6
     
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    By Langston Hughes
    (Book, 2010)
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    My People
    Photos bring sparkling tone to simple poem of celebration.
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    5
     
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    By Langston Hughes
    (Book, 2010)
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    The Swamps of Sleethe
    This grim collection is too scary for the youngest kids.
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    9
     
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    By Jack Prelutsky
    (Book, 2009)
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    Ecology From A to Z
    A to Z poetry will inspire and teach young eco-activists.
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    6
     
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    By Jacob Angel
    (Book, 2009)
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    Red Sings from Treetops
    Exquisite poetry and artwork will excite kids of all ages.
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    6
     
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    By Joyce Sidman
    (Book, 2009)
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    Coretta Scott
    African-American Civil Rights worker celebrated in poetry.
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    4
     
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    By Ntozake Shange
    (Book, 2009)
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    The Random House Book of Poetry for Children
    Classic will be the most dog-eared on your shelf.
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    5
     
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    By Jack Prelutsky
    (Book, 2008)
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    Good Dog
    Free verse Who's Who of cuddly canines.
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    4
     
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    By Maya Gottfried
    (Book, 2008)
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    Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo (Poems)
    Playful poems dance with a simple, gleeful rhythm.
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    4
     
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    By Linda Sue Park
    (Book, 2008)
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    Why War Is Never a Good Idea
    Severe look at war's impact better for older kids.
    AGE
    10
     
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    By Alice Walker
    (Book, 2007)
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    Good Sports

    Great pics elevate poems for sports lovers.
    AGE
    4
     
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    By Jack Prelutsky
    (Book, 2007)
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    A Family of Poems: My Favorite Poetry for Children
    Beautiful collection of poetry and illustrations.
    AGE
    7
     
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    By Caroline Kennedy
    (Book, 2006)
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    The Beauty of the Beast: Poems From the Animal Kingdom
    One of the best collections of poetry ever.
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    4
     
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    By Jack Prelutsky
    (Book, 2004)
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    In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
    A joyous collection of poetry about fathers.
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    6
     
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    By Javaka Steptoe
    (Book, 2004)
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    Appley Dapply's Nursery Rhymes
    Beatrix Potter and Mother Goose -- a great team.
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    2
     
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    By Beatrix Potter
    (Book, 2004)
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    Becoming Joe DiMaggio

    In easy-to-read poems, this book offers reflections on WWII, the immigrant experience, and family dynamics.
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    8
     
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    By Maria Testa
    (Book, 2004)
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    America the Beautiful
    Inspiring book can be shared by the entire family.
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    5
     
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    By Katharine Lee Bates
    (Book, 2004)
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    Snowy, Flowy, Blowy: A Twelve Months Rhyme
    Rhyming words describe seasonal changes.
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    2
     
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    By Nancy Tafuri
    (Book, 2004)
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    Falling Up
    Silverstein has childhood covered like a rug.
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    6
     
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    By Shel Silverstein
    (Book, 2004)