Karen Jo Shapiro's lighthearted take on some of the most celebrated poems from English and American literature will bring a smile to readers everywhere. Twenty-six hilarious poems fill the pages of this book, and many of them should sound familiar if just a little off. From a little dog's version of Shakespeare to the fractured homage to Emily Dickinson of the title poem, these verses will have you laughing faster than you can say "iambic pentameter." With Matt Faulkner's witty illustrations, this is one poetry book that's pure fun.
Karen Jo Shapiro's lighthearted take on some of the most celebrated poems from English and American literature will bring a smile to readers everywhere. Twenty-six hilarious poems fill the pages of this book, and many of them should sound familiar if just a little off. From a little dog's version of Shakespeare to the fractured homage to Emily Dickinson of the title poem, these verses will have you laughing faster than you can say "iambic pentameter." With Matt Faulkner's witty illustrations, this is one poetry book that's pure fun.
Because I Could Not Stop My Bike ... and Other Poems
32Because I Could Not Stop My Bike ... and Other Poems
32Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781580891059 |
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Publisher: | Charlesbridge |
Publication date: | 02/28/2005 |
Edition description: | Reprint |
Pages: | 32 |
Sales rank: | 287,212 |
Product dimensions: | 8.56(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.13(d) |
Age Range: | 7 - 10 Years |