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Classic poems 3

Name: Classic poems 3
ISBN: 9780003103342

By Brian Moses and David Orme

What secret do playful rhymes and famous poets reveal about language, rhythm and imagination?

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Genres

Classics Poetry/Verse

What is Classic poems 3 about?

A lively collection of classic and traditional poems selected for readers in Years 5 and 6. The poems span the seventeenth to twentieth centuries and introduce young readers to memorable voices including Shakespeare, William Blake, William Wordsworth, Christina Rossetti, Walter de la Mare and W. H. Auden. Alongside well-loved poems are playful rhymes and riddles, offering opportunities to explore rhythm, imagery, language and ideas. The collection encourages children to enjoy, perform and discuss poetry from different times.

About the author

Brian Moses is a much-loved British poet who writes funny and thoughtful poems for children. His work includes the popular collection 'The Secret Lives of Teachers'. Brian often visits schools to share his poems and inspire young writers. He enjoys exploring everyday life through poetry and encourages everyone to have fun with words.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

1999

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