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National Poetry Month Titles for Kids

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Our favourite illustrated poems, anthologies and verse novels for Kindergarten - Grade 7. Bonus: verse novels are perfect for kids (or anyone!) who prefer a shorter, quicker reader that still packs an emotional punch.

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24 items

24 items

If I Had A Gryphon

If I Had A Gryphon

by VanSickle, Vikki

Book - 2016

A Canadian picture book told in rhyming verse that works beautifully for a read-aloud for kids as young as preschool. Get this one for all the little unicorn, phoenix, dragon and magical creature fans in your life! A Canadian picture book told in rhyming verse that works beautifully for a read-aloud for kids as young as preschool. Get this one for all the little unicorn, phoenix, dragon and magical creature fans in your life! Show less

A Canadian picture book told in rhyming verse that works beautifully for a read-aloud for kids as young as preschool. Get this one for all the little unicorn, phoenix, dragon and magical creature fans in your life! A Canadian picture book told in rhyming verse that works beautifully for a read-aloud for kids as young as preschool. Get this one for all the little unicorn, phoenix, dragon and magical creature fans in your life! Show less

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Guess Who, Haiku!

Guess Who, Haiku!

by Caswell, Deanna

Book - 2016

The perfect introduction to haiku for young kids - and offers a fun guessing game, to boot! The perfect introduction to haiku for young kids - and offers a fun guessing game, to boot! Show less

The perfect introduction to haiku for young kids - and offers a fun guessing game, to boot! The perfect introduction to haiku for young kids - and offers a fun guessing game, to boot! Show less

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Noisy Poems for A Busy Day

Noisy Poems for A Busy Day

by Heidbreder, Robert

Book - 2012

Robert Heidbreder is a Vancouver-based poet who just knows kids. These are a delight to share with very young children and easy to incorporate into storytimes or Kindergarten class routines. Robert Heidbreder is a Vancouver-based poet who just knows kids. These are a delight to share with very young children and easy to incorporate into storytimes or Kindergarten class routines. Show less

Robert Heidbreder is a Vancouver-based poet who just knows kids. These are a delight to share with very young children and easy to incorporate into storytimes or Kindergarten class routines. Robert Heidbreder is a Vancouver-based poet who just knows kids. These are a delight to share with very young children and easy to incorporate into storytimes or Kindergarten class routines. Show less

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When Green Becomes Tomatoes

When Green Becomes Tomatoes

Poems for All Seasons

by Fogliano, Julie

Book - 2016

A terrific pick for Spring for the youngest poetry fans with drool-worthy illustrations by Julie Morstad. A terrific pick for Spring for the youngest poetry fans with drool-worthy illustrations by Julie Morstad. Show less

A terrific pick for Spring for the youngest poetry fans with drool-worthy illustrations by Julie Morstad. A terrific pick for Spring for the youngest poetry fans with drool-worthy illustrations by Julie Morstad. Show less

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Where the Sidewalk Ends

Where the Sidewalk Ends

The Poems & Drawings of Shel Silverstein

by Silverstein, Shel

Book - 2002

It is even possible to make a Kids Poetry list and not include King Silverstein? Check out any of this titles (this is the most well-known) or revisit them if it's been awhile. It is even possible to make a Kids Poetry list and not include King Silverstein? Check out any of this titles (this is the most well-known) or revisit them if it's been awhile. Show less

It is even possible to make a Kids Poetry list and not include King Silverstein? Check out any of this titles (this is the most well-known) or revisit them if it's been awhile. It is even possible to make a Kids Poetry list and not include King Silverstein? Check out any of this titles (this is the most well-known) or revisit them if it's been awhile. Show less

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Out of Wonder

Out of Wonder

Poems Celebrating Poets

by Alexander, Kwame

Book - 2017

The ideal collection to share with kids who are learning about voice in poetry. Newbery Award winner (and one of the best kids verse novelists) Kwame Ale...Show more The ideal collection to share with kids who are learning about voice in poetry. Newbery Award winner (and one of the best kids verse novelists) Kwame Alexander pays tribute to influential poets of the past by recreating their voices in new, original poems. Show less

The ideal collection to share with kids who are learning about voice in poetry. Newbery Award winner (and one of the best kids verse novelists) Kwame Ale...Show more The ideal collection to share with kids who are learning about voice in poetry. Newbery Award winner (and one of the best kids verse novelists) Kwame Alexander pays tribute to influential poets of the past by recreating their voices in new, original poems. Show less

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The Random House Book of Poetry for Children

The Random House Book of Poetry for Children

Book - 1983

With poems selected by powerhouse children's poet Jack Prelutsky, and the coziest illustrations by Arnold Lobel, this is the perfect collection so share with kids in the primary and middle grades. With poems selected by powerhouse children's poet Jack Prelutsky, and the coziest illustrations by Arnold Lobel, this is the perfect collection so share with kids in the primary and middle grades. Show less

With poems selected by powerhouse children's poet Jack Prelutsky, and the coziest illustrations by Arnold Lobel, this is the perfect collection so share with kids in the primary and middle grades. With poems selected by powerhouse children's poet Jack Prelutsky, and the coziest illustrations by Arnold Lobel, this is the perfect collection so share with kids in the primary and middle grades. Show less

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Love That Dog

Love That Dog

by Creech, Sharon

Book - 2001

Know a kid who hates poetry? So does Jack, the main character in this sparse-but-profound verse novel. This manages to be a story about poetry, told with poetry, that will hook both poetry fans and haters alike. Know a kid who hates poetry? So does Jack, the main character in this sparse-but-profound verse novel. This manages to be a story about poetry, told with poetry, that will hook both poetry fans and haters alike. Show less

Know a kid who hates poetry? So does Jack, the main character in this sparse-but-profound verse novel. This manages to be a story about poetry, told with poetry, that will hook both poetry fans and haters alike. Know a kid who hates poetry? So does Jack, the main character in this sparse-but-profound verse novel. This manages to be a story about poetry, told with poetry, that will hook both poetry fans and haters alike. Show less

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I'm Just No Good at Rhyming and Other Nonsense for Mischievous Kids and Immature Grown-ups

I'm Just No Good at Rhyming and Other Nonsense for Mischievous Kids and Immature Grown-ups

by Harris, Chris

Book - 2017

Plain old wacky, light-hearted linguistic fun with fantastic illustrations by Lane Smith (The True Story of the Three Little Pigs). Plain old wacky, light-hearted linguistic fun with fantastic illustrations by Lane Smith (The True Story of the Three Little Pigs). Show less

Plain old wacky, light-hearted linguistic fun with fantastic illustrations by Lane Smith (The True Story of the Three Little Pigs). Plain old wacky, light-hearted linguistic fun with fantastic illustrations by Lane Smith (The True Story of the Three Little Pigs). Show less

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Twelve Kinds of Ice

Twelve Kinds of Ice

by Obed, Ellen Bryan

Book - 2012

We wish more people knew about this book! A quiet, illuminating, calming collection for anyone who grew up in a place with brisk winters. Peace in a book. We wish more people knew about this book! A quiet, illuminating, calming collection for anyone who grew up in a place with brisk winters. Peace in a book. Show less

We wish more people knew about this book! A quiet, illuminating, calming collection for anyone who grew up in a place with brisk winters. Peace in a book. We wish more people knew about this book! A quiet, illuminating, calming collection for anyone who grew up in a place with brisk winters. Peace in a book. Show less

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Other Words for Home

Other Words for Home

by Warga, Jasmine

Book - 2019

The story of a young Syrian immigrant who recently moved to the US told in free verse. The story of a young Syrian immigrant who recently moved to the US told in free verse. Show less

The story of a young Syrian immigrant who recently moved to the US told in free verse. The story of a young Syrian immigrant who recently moved to the US told in free verse. Show less

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Inside Out & Back Again

Inside Out & Back Again

by Lai, Thanhha

Book - 2011

A lovely, moving immigration story of moving from Vietnam to Alabama, inspired by author's own experience. Fantastic, gentle and moving as an audiobook, too. A lovely, moving immigration story of moving from Vietnam to Alabama, inspired by author's own experience. Fantastic, gentle and moving as an audiobook, too. Show less

A lovely, moving immigration story of moving from Vietnam to Alabama, inspired by author's own experience. Fantastic, gentle and moving as an audiobook, too. A lovely, moving immigration story of moving from Vietnam to Alabama, inspired by author's own experience. Fantastic, gentle and moving as an audiobook, too. Show less

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The Crazy Man

The Crazy Man

by Porter, Pamela

Book - 2005

Set in Saskatchewan in 1965, twelve-year-old Emaline is going through a lot. She has survived a horrific farming accident that killed her beloved dog, but...Show more Set in Saskatchewan in 1965, twelve-year-old Emaline is going through a lot. She has survived a horrific farming accident that killed her beloved dog, but her dad has left the family, unable to cope. Her mother has no choice but to get farm help from Angus, a patient at a nearby hospital for people with mental illness. This is another one that readers of all ages from Grades 5+ will enjoy. Show less

Set in Saskatchewan in 1965, twelve-year-old Emaline is going through a lot. She has survived a horrific farming accident that killed her beloved dog, but...Show more Set in Saskatchewan in 1965, twelve-year-old Emaline is going through a lot. She has survived a horrific farming accident that killed her beloved dog, but her dad has left the family, unable to cope. Her mother has no choice but to get farm help from Angus, a patient at a nearby hospital for people with mental illness. This is another one that readers of all ages from Grades 5+ will enjoy. Show less

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Brown Girl Dreaming

Brown Girl Dreaming

by Woodson, Jacqueline

Book - 2014

A transcendent, autobiographical verse novel by acclaimed writer Jacqueline Woodson. For anyone age 10-100; this is a modern day classic. A transcendent, autobiographical verse novel by acclaimed writer Jacqueline Woodson. For anyone age 10-100; this is a modern day classic. Show less

A transcendent, autobiographical verse novel by acclaimed writer Jacqueline Woodson. For anyone age 10-100; this is a modern day classic. A transcendent, autobiographical verse novel by acclaimed writer Jacqueline Woodson. For anyone age 10-100; this is a modern day classic. Show less

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Before the Ever After

Before the Ever After

by Woodson, Jacqueline

Book - 2020

ZJ's dad was a football star...until he suffered one-too-many head injuries. Now ZJ barely recognizes his father and doesn't know if he'll ever be okay. A...Show more ZJ's dad was a football star...until he suffered one-too-many head injuries. Now ZJ barely recognizes his father and doesn't know if he'll ever be okay. A gorgeous family story with the most supportive group of young friends - you'll feel less alone just by reading this verse novel. Show less

ZJ's dad was a football star...until he suffered one-too-many head injuries. Now ZJ barely recognizes his father and doesn't know if he'll ever be okay. A...Show more ZJ's dad was a football star...until he suffered one-too-many head injuries. Now ZJ barely recognizes his father and doesn't know if he'll ever be okay. A gorgeous family story with the most supportive group of young friends - you'll feel less alone just by reading this verse novel. Show less

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The Crossover

The Crossover

A Basketball Novel

by Alexander, Kwame

Book - 2014

Perhaps one of the best-known kids verse novels of all time, Kwame Alexander shows that poetry is the absolutely perfect medium to capture the rhythm, spe...Show more Perhaps one of the best-known kids verse novels of all time, Kwame Alexander shows that poetry is the absolutely perfect medium to capture the rhythm, speed and adrenaline rush of sports. Yes...sports! Be sure to check out his other two sports verse novels, too. Show less

Perhaps one of the best-known kids verse novels of all time, Kwame Alexander shows that poetry is the absolutely perfect medium to capture the rhythm, spe...Show more Perhaps one of the best-known kids verse novels of all time, Kwame Alexander shows that poetry is the absolutely perfect medium to capture the rhythm, speed and adrenaline rush of sports. Yes...sports! Be sure to check out his other two sports verse novels, too. Show less

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Ebb and Flow

Ebb and Flow

by Smith, Heather

Book - 2018

Eleven-year-old Jett has done something terrible and is now spending the summer with his grandmother on the East Coast. There are tons of serious verse novels for kids that have limited kid appeal, but this one is both profound and widely readable. Eleven-year-old Jett has done something terrible and is now spending the summer with his grandmother on the East Coast. There are tons of serious verse novels for kids that have limited kid appeal, but this one is both profound and widely readable. Show less

Eleven-year-old Jett has done something terrible and is now spending the summer with his grandmother on the East Coast. There are tons of serious verse novels for kids that have limited kid appeal, but this one is both profound and widely readable. Eleven-year-old Jett has done something terrible and is now spending the summer with his grandmother on the East Coast. There are tons of serious verse novels for kids that have limited kid appeal, but this one is both profound and widely readable. Show less

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Out of the Dust

Out of the Dust

by Hesse, Karen

Downloadable Audiobook - 2007

You wouldn't know it by the cover but the one word to describe this book is: INTENSE. It's a heartbreaking verse novel about a fourteen -year-old girl who...Show more You wouldn't know it by the cover but the one word to describe this book is: INTENSE. It's a heartbreaking verse novel about a fourteen -year-old girl who must overcome tragedy and hardship during the Great Depression. Ideal for historical fiction readers in Grades 5+. Show less

You wouldn't know it by the cover but the one word to describe this book is: INTENSE. It's a heartbreaking verse novel about a fourteen -year-old girl who...Show more You wouldn't know it by the cover but the one word to describe this book is: INTENSE. It's a heartbreaking verse novel about a fourteen -year-old girl who must overcome tragedy and hardship during the Great Depression. Ideal for historical fiction readers in Grades 5+. Show less

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The Canyon's Edge

The Canyon's Edge

by Bowling, Dusti

Book - 2020

While this intense survival story starts out like a novel, it quickly shifts in to verse. Another great pick for middle grade readers who wouldn't normally gravitate towards poetry. While this intense survival story starts out like a novel, it quickly shifts in to verse. Another great pick for middle grade readers who wouldn't normally gravitate towards poetry. Show less

While this intense survival story starts out like a novel, it quickly shifts in to verse. Another great pick for middle grade readers who wouldn't normally gravitate towards poetry. While this intense survival story starts out like a novel, it quickly shifts in to verse. Another great pick for middle grade readers who wouldn't normally gravitate towards poetry. Show less

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Woke

Woke

A Young Poet's Call to Justice

by Browne, Mahogany L.

Book - 2020

This is for the budding activists in your life, or anyone who wants to experience some of the best contemporary writers creating poetry and verse for young people today. Poems cover topics like social justice, racism and empathy. This is for the budding activists in your life, or anyone who wants to experience some of the best contemporary writers creating poetry and verse for young people today. Poems cover topics like social justice, racism and empathy. Show less

This is for the budding activists in your life, or anyone who wants to experience some of the best contemporary writers creating poetry and verse for young people today. Poems cover topics like social justice, racism and empathy. This is for the budding activists in your life, or anyone who wants to experience some of the best contemporary writers creating poetry and verse for young people today. Poems cover topics like social justice, racism and empathy. Show less

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Red, White, and Whole

Red, White, and Whole

by LaRocca, Rajani

Book - 2021

Reha’s world is forever changed when her mother is diagnosed with leukemia. She dreams of becoming a doctor someday and would do anything to make her mother better. Reha’s world is forever changed when her mother is diagnosed with leukemia. She dreams of becoming a doctor someday and would do anything to make her mother better. Show less

Reha’s world is forever changed when her mother is diagnosed with leukemia. She dreams of becoming a doctor someday and would do anything to make her mother better. Reha’s world is forever changed when her mother is diagnosed with leukemia. She dreams of becoming a doctor someday and would do anything to make her mother better. Show less

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Closer to Nowhere

Closer to Nowhere

by Hopkins, Ellen

Book - 2020

The newest release from teen author Ellen Hopkins, best-known for her gritty verse portrayals of addiction and mental illness. But here Hopkins writes fo...Show more The newest release from teen author Ellen Hopkins, best-known for her gritty verse portrayals of addiction and mental illness. But here Hopkins writes for a much younger audience, telling the story of two sixth grade cousins (told in alternating, verse perspectives) forced to live under the same roof. Show less

The newest release from teen author Ellen Hopkins, best-known for her gritty verse portrayals of addiction and mental illness. But here Hopkins writes fo...Show more The newest release from teen author Ellen Hopkins, best-known for her gritty verse portrayals of addiction and mental illness. But here Hopkins writes for a much younger audience, telling the story of two sixth grade cousins (told in alternating, verse perspectives) forced to live under the same roof. Show less

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Starfish

Starfish

by Fipps, Lisa

Book - 2021

A brand new verse novel by a debut author about fat-shaming and finding self-acceptance in middle school. Great for Grades 5/6+ (and available as both ebook + e-audio). A brand new verse novel by a debut author about fat-shaming and finding self-acceptance in middle school. Great for Grades 5/6+ (and available as both ebook + e-audio). Show less

A brand new verse novel by a debut author about fat-shaming and finding self-acceptance in middle school. Great for Grades 5/6+ (and available as both ebook + e-audio). A brand new verse novel by a debut author about fat-shaming and finding self-acceptance in middle school. Great for Grades 5/6+ (and available as both ebook + e-audio). Show less

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The Moon Within

The Moon Within

by Salazar, Aida

Book - 2019

Eleven-year-old Celi Rivera dreads having her first period, especially since her mother wants to have a traditional Mexica moon ceremony when the time com...Show more Eleven-year-old Celi Rivera dreads having her first period, especially since her mother wants to have a traditional Mexica moon ceremony when the time comes and Celi does not want to participate. Recommended by critics for ages 8 to 12, this novel in verse explores a preteen girl’s experience of puberty, having a first crush, and learning to be an ally to her best friend as he comes out as genderfluid. Show less

Eleven-year-old Celi Rivera dreads having her first period, especially since her mother wants to have a traditional Mexica moon ceremony when the time com...Show more Eleven-year-old Celi Rivera dreads having her first period, especially since her mother wants to have a traditional Mexica moon ceremony when the time comes and Celi does not want to participate. Recommended by critics for ages 8 to 12, this novel in verse explores a preteen girl’s experience of puberty, having a first crush, and learning to be an ally to her best friend as he comes out as genderfluid. Show less

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