Prelutsky, Jack. The 20th Century Children's Poetry Treasury. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1999.Illustrated by Meilo So
Jack Prelutsky creates an outstanding book of poetry by selecting 211 different poems to complete this creation. Using a variety of authors like Shel Silverstein, Nikki Grimes, and even himself, he puts together groups of poems in double page spreads that have closely related content. From weather, to months, or poems about school, readers can a find a wide range of poetry for any age. The watercolor illustrations created by Meilo So add to the selection of poems by using characteristics that fit the tone of each poem or the collection of a page from pictures that are silly to serious. A poetry book that can be read in one sitting or piece by piece in several days depending on the reader.
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