The Poetry Store

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Dive into 'The Poetry Store', a vibrant collection of around 350 poems curated by Paul Cookson. Organised into 40 engaging themes like school, family, hobbies, and nature, this anthology is perfect for children aged 8-12. It's an invaluable resource for Key Stage 2 teachers, offering a diverse range of poetic forms, including haikus and sonnets, to enrich literacy lessons. Whether you're exploring emotions, seasons, or the wonders of space, there's a poem here to inspire and delight every young reader.

About the author

Paul Cookson is a much-loved British poet who has written lots of funny and lively poems for children. He is well known for his collection 'The Works'. Paul often visits schools to perform his poems and loves making children laugh with his imaginative and entertaining verses.