Explore Poetry!

An activity-based book about different forms of poetry includes creative writing exercises designed to reinforce language arts skills; art projects that encourage children to visualize concepts and definitions; short biographies of important poets that underscore poetry's importance to society; and coverage of different literary techniques such as personification, metaphor and alliteration, discussed in a simple and accessible way. Meets Common Core State Standards for language arts and fits seamlessly into the poetry curriculum of grades 2 to 4. Simultaneous.