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In the Land of Words: New and Selected Poems
Eloise Greenfield's exceptional poetry pays tribute to the richness of words. Twenty-one poems, some re-printed from earlier books, others appearing for the first time, celebrate the power of poetic language. Part I focuses on poets and poems, including thoughts on new babies, music, friendship, and family. Part II, titled "In the Land," looks directly at words as they are used in stories, books, jokes, riddles, and poetry. In this picture book illustrated with sewn fabric collages, a renowned poet invites children join her in "[…] the land of words, / for I am at home there, / and never leave / for long. ©2004 Cooperative Children's Book Center
Illustrated by Jan Spivey Gilchrist
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 6-10
Age Range:
PreK-Early Elementary (Ages 4-7)
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Formats:
Picture book
Poetry
Subjects:
Babies
Families
Friendship
Music and Musicians
Writers and Writing
Diversity subject:
Multicultural General
Publishers:
Amistad, HarperCollins
Publish Year: 2004
Pages: 47
ISBN: 0060289937
CCBC Location: Non-Fiction, 811 Greenfield