Title: His Shoes Were Far Too Tight: Poems by Edward Lear
Editor: Daniel Pinkwater
Illustrator: Calef Brown
Genre: Poetry
Awards: N/A
Ages: Kindergarten and up
Summary:
Daniel Pinkwater puts together a crazy assortment of Edward Lear poems together in this book focusing on the fun, the silly, and the nonsensical. This set of poems is wild with imagination and will inspire readers to explore their silly sides. Wether it be poems about owls and pussycats or pobbles with no toes, this book has something for everyone.
Genre: Poetry
Awards: N/A
Ages: Kindergarten and up
Summary:
Daniel Pinkwater puts together a crazy assortment of Edward Lear poems together in this book focusing on the fun, the silly, and the nonsensical. This set of poems is wild with imagination and will inspire readers to explore their silly sides. Wether it be poems about owls and pussycats or pobbles with no toes, this book has something for everyone.
Illustrations:
This book has bright and colorful illustrations done in what appears to be a college style. The pages are filled with vibrant and silly illustrations to brighten the stories with visual wonder. Crazy colored animals, people with funny hats, and brightly colored backgrounds scattered through out this book will keep readers entertained.
In the classroom:
Young readers will absolutely enjoy this collection of kooky poems. A book like this exposes poetry to students in a fun and unique way that will peek their interest and keep them entertained. Readers enjoy the variety of poems and engaging illustrations.
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