children's poetry, american

A collection of poems about a thirteen-year-old boy whose father abandoned him and his family.

A collection of poems in which Rosa, a healer, describes her experiences trying to help Cuban peasants who have been forced to leave their farms and villages in 1896 and given eight days to find their way to "reconcentration camps" or be killed.

A collection of spooky, funny poems about vampires, ghosts, Frankenstein, and other creatures.

"This classic song gets an updated, original recording paired with a delightful picture book. The combination of paired music and text helps engage students and develop early literacy skills."--Amazon.

A collection of poems and drawings by American poet and humorist Shel Silverstein, including "My Nose Garden," "Little Hoarse," "Strange Restaurant," "Sharing," "Noise Day," and many others.

A treasury of sixteen poems highlights the jobs and personalities of an assortment of vehicles from an ambulance to a snowplow.

"[A collection of] poems focusing on unique places of historical, environmental, and/or cultural interest in the United States by poets from diverse backgrounds, including Alma Flor Ada, Joseph Bruchac, Nikki Grimes, Lee Bennett Hopkins, Linda Sue Park, and many others. Includes additional information about each place, and sources"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of illustrated poems about the childhood of Miguel de Cervantes and his character Don Quixote.

A collection of poems about the days of the week.

Contains a collection of poems for children who are interested in writing, and includes verse that explores the nature of the creative process.