Favorite Poetry Books for Kids

Hannah Scott said:  I absolutely LOVE this collection of poems selected by Belinda Hollyer because it's all about the many different types of families (and the complex dynamics of each one). These poems discuss moms, dads, grandparents, siblings, aunts and uncles, and even more complicated relationships than that! Blended families and adoption are also addressed, and the poems are a great balance of funny, nostalgic, thoughtful, sad, and serious.

Hannah Scott said:  Haikus are often one of the first types of poetry introduced to kids, since they are just three lines each and a total of 17 syllables. These haikus, selected by George Shannon, are arranged in an order that tells the story of a spring day. With brightly painted illustrations, this is a fun read to celebrate the spring season!

Hannah Scott said:  Called a book of "poems for when a person needs a poem, " Judith Viorst's collection covers everything from feelings, school, family, and traveling to friendship, seasons, mysteries, and more. This well-rounded book reads like a poetry sampler with something for every interest and mood.