The Poetry of US: Celebrate the people, places, and passions of America (National Geographic Kids)

The Poetry of US: Celebrate the people, places, and passions of America (National Geographic Kids)

by NationalGeographicKids (Author), J.PatrickLewis (Author), National Geographic Kids (Author), J. Patrick Lewis (Author)

Synopsis

It's all about us! Join former U.S. Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis on a lyrical journey through the United States to experience the wonders of America's people and places via 200+ inspiring poems and stunning photographs.

Celebrate the gift of language and the vibrant culture of the United States with this collection of classic and never-before-published poetry. Poems are arranged by region, from coast to coast, and among them you'll find works by Langston Hughes, Dorothy Parker, Robert Frost, Naomi Shihab Nye, Walt Whitman, and more. From the familiar to the surprising, subjects include people, places, landmarks, monuments, nature, and celebrations. Designed for family sharing, but geared to younger readers, this beautifully illustrated treasury is a must-have for the family bookshelf.

$20.23

Quantity

4 in stock

More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 192
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
Published: 04 Oct 2018

ISBN 10: 1426331851
ISBN 13: 9781426331855
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years

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Author Bio

The National Geographic Kid is curious about the world around them, empowered in the face of challenges and responsible for others and the natural world. Combining these principles with the international educational heritage of Collins, this partnership is a natural fit for books that are funny, weird, exploratory, educational and loved by children.