Children's Poetry Treasury with 572 Poems and More Than 400 Illustrations, Hardcover, 12 Book Set

The Random House Book of Poetry for Children offers both funny and illuminating poems for kids personally selected by the nation's first Children's Poet Laureate, Jack Prelutsky. Featuring a wealth of beloved classic poems from the past and modern glittering gems, every child who opens this treasury will finda world of surprises and delights which will instill a lifelong love of poetry. Featuring 572 unforgettable poems, and over 400 one-of-a-kind illustrations from the Caldecott-winning illustrator of the Frog and Toad series, Arnold Lobel, this collection is, quite simply, the perfect way to introduce children to the world of poetry.

• A collection made for returning to: Explore 572 poems in one treasury, making it easy to choose a quick read-aloud or settle into a longer poetry session.
• Illustrations add another way into the page: More than 400 illustrations by Arnold Lobel add visual humor, context and new details to notice on repeat readings.
• Short selections suit shared reading: Selections span beloved classics and modern favorites, so readers can compare different voices, rhythms and styles.
• Themes open natural conversations: Funny and illuminating poems offer choices for many moods, from a lively classroom break to a quiet bedtime reading.
• A thoughtful addition to home or class: Use individual poems to introduce rhyme, imagery, performance or memorization without requiring a full chapter. Keep the volume in a classroom, home library or shared reading area where it can be opened often.
• Format details help plan the shelf: This listing includes 12 hardcover books for classrooms, libraries, reading programs or multiple learning spaces. The listed page content, illustration count or format helps plan reading time and shelf space.