poetry

Uses poetry to tell the story of how George Washington defeated the British and launched a revolution.

A collection of more than two hundred poems that celebrates the people and places of the United States.

Presents a collection of poems by well-known children's writer Gary Soto that captures the essence of everyday life.

"Invites readers to join a family of four on a sightseeing trip around London, including all of its landmarks like Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and the London Eye"--OCLC.

A collection of poems that look at African American performers before and after the Civil War up to World War One.

"Inspired by the expression 'once in a blue moon,' Danielle Daniel has created a book of short poems, each one describing a rare or special experience that turns an ordinary day into a memorable one. She describes the thrill of seeing a double rainbow, the Northern Lights or a shooting star as well as quieter pleasures such as spotting a turtle basking in the sun or a family of ducks waddling across the road"--Provided by publisher.

"An oral history told from memory about a girl growing up with her family in Bernalillo, New Mexico. Written in the form of a poem, it combines family love with deep historic roots"--Back cover.

Poetic imagery, expository text, and color illustrations introduce the calendar's full moon names to young readers.

"History in verse celebrates the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, pioneering African-American pilots who triumphed in the skies and past the color barrier."--Publisher.