An anthology of poems about animals, plus "Toolbox tips" that help the reader understand poetry and how poems are written.

No topic is off-limits in poetry. Whether you want to write poems that make people laugh out loud, gasp in surprise, or see things in a new way, this book is for you. Conquer the blank page and express your thoughts, feelings, and observations in the magical world of poetry.

Poetry in Literature for Youth offers teachers, librarians, parents, and students with an instrumental guide for incorporating all forms of poetry into the curriculum. More than 900 annotated entries provide descriptions of books and other resources, including anthologies, classics, various poetry formats, poetry novels, multicultural poetry, performance poetry, teen poetry, poet biographies, and curriculum connections. Educators, who are often unaware of the poetry resources available-particularly for young adults-will welcome this book with open arms. Lists for building a core poetry collection, along with resources for teaching poetry criticism and writing, electronic poetry resources, booktalks, classroom activities, and lesson plans complement this guide. Author, Geographic, Grade, Subject, and Title indexes are also included. For anyone interested in knowing more about poetry in literature, this is an indispensable guide.

An anthology of poems about school, plus Toolbox tips that help the reader understand poetry and how poems are written.

An anthology of poems about the United States, plus Toolbox tips that help the reader understand poetry and how poems are written

LONGLISTED FOR THE HIGHLAND BOOK PRIZE SHORTLISTED FOR THE RICHARD JEFFERIES AWARD A WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2023 Footprints in the Woods is John Lister-Kaye’s charming account of a year spent with otters, badgers, weasels and pine martens. This family – Mustelidae – all live in the wild at Aigas, the conservation and field study centre in the Highlands that he calls home. With fifty years of experience living side-by-side with these creatures and the patience of a true naturalist, John reveals the lives of these elusive animals: sometimes red in tooth and claw, but often playful, familial, curious and surprising.

An anthology of poems about frightening things, plus Toolbox tips that help the reader understand poetry and how poems are written.

Discover The Vampire Detective series, an urban fantasy romance series with a snarky vampire lead, a poly romance sub-plot, and a pinch of British humour. A quirky vampire on a mission to find a missing watch. What could possibly go wrong? When vampire, Lucy, is finally hired to do some proper private investigating, she uncovers a plot far deeper than she expected...and far more dangerous. If she doesn't figure it out, vampires as a species could end up exposed. That's if she doesn't accidentally reveal them first. And as if going on a date wasn't stressful enough, Lucy's Noble fiancé has made a reappearance, and he's brought a rather distasteful present with him. - Fangs For Nothing is book one in the complete Vampire Detective urban fantasy romance series featuring a quirky vampire lead, a sweet poly romance, and plenty of light-hearted fun. Keywords & Search Terms for The Vampire Detective: urban fantasy, uf, supernatural suspense, vampires, poly romance, familiar, reverse harem, whychoose, vampire romance, fantasy, modern fantasy, quirky main character, mystery, detective, paranormal romance, paranormal