juvenile poetry

Simple verses and illustrations introduce young readers to the world of ancient Africa, describing its people, places, and culture.

Retells in poetry the daring adventures of the explorer who was the first Englishman to sail around the world; helped to defeat the Spanish Armada; and who, encouraged by Queen Elizabeth I, was a feared pirate in his time.

A collection of Japanese haiku poetry with text discussing how the haiku relates to Japanese history and culture.

A collection of poems that instruct people to be gentle to the environment and appreciate, not destroy, nature.

Presents a collection of children's poetry by award-winning poet Sue Cowing.

Simple verses and illustrations introduce young readers to the world of ancient Greece, describing its people, places, and culture.

Far from her Caribbean island birthplace, a young girl carries a dream and journeys to a new land that is at once puzzling, frightening, and inspiring. In 23 compelling poems, Jamaican-born poet Monica Gunning tells her immigrant's story with gentle humor, grace, and a child's sense of wonder.

An illustrated collection of poems about New York City.

Bilingual collection of poems reflecting the author's memories and experiences in M?xico.

A collection of poetry revealing the diversity of the land and people of the United States.