Books like The Works 4 : Poems About Everything
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The Works Key Stage 1
Pie Corbett, 2006
352 pages
Why to read
Foundation for Literacy Skills: 'The Works Key Stage 1' provides a comprehensive collection of poems that are specifically tailored for children in Key Stage 1, helping to lay the groundwork for developing strong reading and comprehension skills at an early age.
Curriculum Alignment: The book is designed to align with the Key Stage 1 curriculum, ensuring that the content is relevant and supportive of the educational standards and learning objectives set for children aged 5 to 7 years old.
Engagement and Imagination: Pie Corbett's selection of poems is chosen to captivate young minds, fostering a love for reading through engaging rhythms, themes, and characters that spark imagination and creativity in young readers.
Teaching Resource: Educators and parents can use 'The Works Key Stage 1' as a valuable resource for teaching poetry, with a variety of poems that can be used for reading aloud, performance, and discussion, thereby enhancing the learning experience in both classroom and home settings.
The Works Key Stage 1
Pie Corbett, 2006
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The Works Key Stage 2
Pie Corbett, 2006
352 pages
Why to read
Enhances Literacy Skills: 'The Works Key Stage 2' by Pie Corbett is a comprehensive collection of poems that are specifically tailored for children in Key Stage 2. Reading this book can significantly improve children's literacy skills, including their reading, comprehension, and analysis abilities.
Supports Curriculum Learning: The book aligns with the Key Stage 2 curriculum, making it an excellent resource for both teachers and students. It covers a wide range of themes and topics that are relevant to the curriculum, helping to reinforce what is taught in the classroom.
Encourages Creativity and Imagination: Pie Corbett's selection of poems is designed to spark creativity and imagination in young readers. The diverse range of poetry styles and subjects can inspire children to explore their own creative writing and poetic expression.
Develops Language and Vocabulary: Reading poetry exposes children to rich language and a variety of vocabulary. 'The Works Key Stage 2' offers an opportunity for children to encounter new words and phrases in context, enhancing their language development and vocabulary acquisition.
The Works Key Stage 2
Pie Corbett, 2006
Award winning
Courage Out Loud
Joseph Coelho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Boosts confidence through relatable fears and courageous actions.
Stimulates conversation on bravery and overcoming obstacles.
Enhances empathy through diverse character experiences.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering family connections.
Courage Out Loud
Joseph Coelho, 2023
K Is in Trouble (A Graphic Novel)
Gary Clement, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging graphic novel format enhances visual literacy.
Encourages empathy through character challenges and growth.
Stimulates imagination, essential for creative development.
Supports language skills with accessible, vibrant dialogue.
K Is in Trouble (A Graphic Novel)
Gary Clement, 2024
Award winning
Shakti Girls: Poems of Inspiring Indian Women
Shetal Shah, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates inspiring stories of influential Indian women.
Boosts cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Empowers young girls with strong role models.
Engaging poetry format enhances reading skills.
Shakti Girls: Poems of Inspiring Indian Women
Shetal Shah, 2023
Award winning
Being Me: Poems About Thoughts, Worries and Feelings
Matt Goodfellow, Liz Brownlee, Laura Mucha, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Encourages expression of emotions through poetry.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.
Builds language skills and vocabulary in young readers.
Offers comforting, relatable content for navigating feelings.
Being Me: Poems About Thoughts, Worries and Feelings
Matt Goodfellow, Liz Brownlee, Laura Mucha, 2021
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
Love Your Amazing Self: Joyful Verses for Young Voices (-)
Ofosu Jones-Quartey, 2022
72 pages
Why to read
Fosters self-love and positive self-image in young readers.
Engaging, rhythmic verses enhance linguistic skills.
Encourages expression through joyful, creative poems.
Builds confidence and emotional resilience in children.
