The Random House book of poetry for children
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248 pages · Released 1983 · Random House
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This is a classic, widely-used anthology of over 550 poems selected specifically for children, spanning American, English, and traditional sources. The collection emphasizes playfulness, imagination, wordplay, and humor while exploring themes of friendship, curiosity, and wonder. Poetry collections of this caliber and reputation are generally safe for early readers and remain engaging through middle elementary years.
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More than 550 poems by American, English, and anonymous authors. More than 550 poems by American, English, and anonymous authors.
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- Children's poetry, English
- Collections
- English poetry
- American poetry
- Children's poetry, American
- Collected works
- JUVENILE FICTION
- Children's poetry
- Poetry
- 572 poems for children
- Poetry and children
- Nursery Rhymes
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ISBN 9780394950105 · Random House