Small Poems for Big Imaginations
Small poems are fabulous fun
So I thought I would write this one
It will not be long I think
Cos my pen has run out of
So begins this fun collection of poems which would make an excellent addition to any poetry shelf! There are 55 short poems here which are perfect for sharing, performing and enjoying!
Each poem is a burst of energy, sharing a passion for poetry and word play which is sure to appeal to a wide audience and encourage readers to create their own poetic works. Who wouldn’t want to accept the challenge to create their own dissimilies or write a pangram?! Covering a wide range of topics and using a variety of styles, there is something for everyone here!
Many of these poems lend themselves to performing in imaginative and creative ways as groups, individuals or as whole classes. ‘On Finding an Acorn’, for example, would make an excellent performance piece whilst also offering plenty to ponder and discuss. Humour is used to great effect, encouraging readers to experiment with wit and word play to create poems of their own, drawing on the world around them for inspiration.
‘A Difficult Choice’ could be used as a model to generate both ideas and laughter whilst forming a collaborative piece. ’How Long is a Poem?’ is a wonderful starting point for developing similes…I could go on! These small poems will make a big difference!
Small Poems for Big Imaginations
Neal Zetter, illustrated by Will Hughes
Otter-Barry ISBN: 978-1915659873
You can read my review of ‘The Shape of Rainbows’ here, ‘When the Bell Goes’ here and ‘Scared’ here.
