Great Source Poetry Big Book of Poetry Grade K

This beautifully-illustrated collection brings together 22 carefully selected poems—both classic favorites and fresh discoveries—specifically designed to build phonemic awareness and strengthen early language development in kindergarteners. The oversized format with its built-in easel makes this poetry big book ideal for classroom read-alouds, allowing young children to clearly see the vibrant illustrations while hearing the rhythmic patterns and sound repetitions that form the foundation of literacy skills. Each poem serves as an engaging tool for developing letter recognition and auditory discrimination through playful language and predictable rhymes that five- and six-year-olds can quickly memorize and chant along with.

What sets this resource apart is the comprehensive Teacher's Guide that transforms simple poetry reading into multidimensional learning experiences, offering structured activities for performance, word play, and early writing practice. The combination of visual appeal, auditory richness, and hands-on extension ideas makes this particularly valuable for educators and parents seeking to create interactive literacy moments that go beyond basic reading. Children will delight in the musical quality of the verses while naturally absorbing the building blocks of reading readiness through repeated exposure to carefully crafted language patterns.