![]() ![]() ![]() The playfulness of Goode's black-and-white sketches are a perfect match for Wilson's lighthearted verses.-Marie Drucker, Malverne Public Library, NY The more than 100 poems cover all aspects of a child's life from school events to animals to families and even holidays. Similarly, "Shower Songsa" features the words coming out of a showerhead. "The Law of Gravity," for instance, is printed upside down and in loose text as if the words might fall apart at any moment. Also, several concrete poems are included in the mix. Scattered throughout the book are a few standouts, like "Man in the Moon" and "The Dream Weaver," which challenge readers to look at familiar things in new ways. Of course, those aren't necessarily bad comparisons to make. Additionally, the cover type resembles most of Shel Silverstein's books. ![]() In fact, many of selections sound like they would be right at home in a volume of Jack Prelutsky's early verse. ![]() Most of the poems employ a traditional rhythm and cover the same ground as other anthologies for school-age kids. Wilson does a fine job capturing a child's voice, but there's little that's different or exceptional here. Gr 1–4-It's a bit of a letdown to see a book of poems with this title and find the usual suspects inside. ![]()
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