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Mar 16, 2017Chapel_Hill_KrystalB rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
One perk of being a librarian is serendipitously finding books with which I am unfamiliar at the exact right time. This collection of poetry for young adults is simple but lovely and I found myself thinking about the sentiments behind the…
Sep 02, 2014JCLChrisK rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I think I like this one more for the introduction, section titles, topics, and themes than for the actual poetry, though that wasn't necessarily lacking. The poems are eminently accessible, relatable, and everyday; their approachability…
BCD2013
Jun 12, 2014
NYPL Staff Pick Lyrical poems take on the big and small moments in kids’ lives. Illuminated with whimsical drawings, Singer highlights things that make us feel and wish and curse, be they grief, hope, or gym class.
Feb 22, 2014IrishMoon rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
Although this book does indeed have some beautiful poetry, the majority of it is very dark. In fact, it is so dark that I strongly disagree with the previous reviewer. In my opinion, except for a few poems, this is NOT a book for…
Feb 20, 2014LibrarianDestinee rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
What a gorgeous book of poetry! Some poems could work for kids as young as 8 or 9; the collection as a whole is sophisticated enough for middle or high school. Joyce Sidman seals her stellar reputation as an Important Poet with this book…