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Patchwork of Poems

by Moira Andrew

Book Details

Publisher:Folens Limited
Published:2000
Pages:76
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

A collection of poems on popular themes familiar to young children. Photocopiable and illustrated, the poems provide opportunities for class discussion, for poetry writing by the children, and display of their work.

Our Review

This poetry collection gathers accessible verses around everyday childhood experiences, offering educators a practical resource for classroom engagement. The photocopiable format makes it easy to distribute poems for group activities and individual exploration. Each poem serves as a springboard for meaningful classroom conversations about language, rhythm, and personal connections to the themes.

What sets this apart is its dual function as both a reading resource and a writing catalyst, encouraging young students to create their own poetic responses. The included illustrations complement the text without overwhelming it, allowing children's imaginations room to flourish. Teachers seeking to build literacy skills through interactive poetry sessions will find this collection particularly valuable for fostering both appreciation and creation of verse.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education