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Poetry Jump-up

By Grace Nichols

Adjectives

vibrant diverse rhythmic engaging

Genres

Poetry/Verse Non-fiction

Synopsis

Poetry Jump-up is a vibrant collection of poems that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of black writers from around the world. Compiled by Grace Nichols, this anthology features works from Britain, Africa, America, Asia, and the Caribbean, including contributions by Benjamin Zephaniah, Maya Angelou, and Zindziswa Mandela. The poems are filled with rhythm and life, offering young readers an engaging exploration of diverse voices and experiences.

About the author

Grace Nichols is a well-loved poet who was born in Guyana and now lives in England. Her poems are full of fun, rhythm, and the sounds of her Caribbean roots. Grace is famous for her poetry book 'The Fat Black Woman’s Poems' and enjoys sharing stories about family, nature, and the world around us.

Pages

143 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

1990

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