Patsy Dunstan My Interactive Book of Poems

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This book " My Interactive Book of Poems" is unique, practical, useful and universal in its presentation and content. The book is divided into 7 sections with over 50 original poems of varying lengths and level difficulty all written by the author. It introduces children to six types of poems; Shape, Haiku, Acrostic, Rhyming, Free Verse and Narrative. Children are encouraged to read the poem aloud at least three times, as they listen to the words the poem comes alive. It is important to note that children do not have to like all the poems. They may begin in any section, with any poem and work backwards or forward. There are no restrictions. The activities which follow will further test children's understanding of the poem. The 7th section contains additional activities and answers to all questions. This book is compact, will hold in your child's bag, and easy to read. Your child needs nothing more than a pencil or pen, crayons and a willingness to embark on a very pleasant journey with a friend, parent/adult, teacher, older sibling or alone. " My interactive Book of Poems" will soon become your child's companion on a plane, a train , a road trip, the car or bus and at home. The possibilities are endless. Parents then can rest at ease knowing that " My Interactive Book of Poems" will be a positive, rewarding learning experience.