QPG030 Poetry for Kids: / Hardback by Robert Frost
A 2018 Notable Poetry Book for Children (National Council of Teachers of English)
Poetry for Kids: Robert Frost is a collection specially curated for young readers which won’t just be read, but consumed, experienced, and treasured for a lifetime.
Whether capturing a cold New England winter’s evening, or the beauty of an old, abandoned house, four-time Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Robert Frost left an indelible mark on our consciousness. This stunning celebration of his best-loved work includes 35 poems specially chosen for children ages 8 to 14 by author and historian Jay Parini.
Illustrator Michael Paraskevas brings the poems to life with his pitch-perfect scenes, infused with majestic color and quiet simplicity. Poems include “Mending Wall,” “Birches,” “The Road Not Taken,” “Fire and Ice,” and “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,”
This collection is the perfect introduction for young readers. In addition to a carefully chosen line-up of poems, Poetry for Kids: Robert Frost also includes commentary and definitions of key words for each poem, and an introduction to Frost’s life.
Named one of Bank Street College of Education’s Best Children’s Books of the Year, 2018!
